December weather forecast
Lake City, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lake City, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and an average low of 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

Temperature

December shows a mild decline in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 45°F (7.2°C) to a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). Throughout the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

Humidity

In Lake City, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Lake City, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 128 rainfall days, and 26.18" (665mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lake City, during December, snow falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.2 snowfall days, and 17.64" (448mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Lake City, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Lake City, Iowa, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

In Lake City, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Lake City in December?

In Lake City, in December, the average high-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 19.6°F (-6.9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lake City?

In Lake City, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Lake City?

In December, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Lake City in December?

In Lake City, during December, snow falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lake City?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lake City.

How many hours of daylight does Lake City have in December?

In December, the average day length in Lake City, Iowa, is 9h and 9min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Lake City?

On the first day of December in Lake City, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lake City have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Lake City?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Lake City is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lake City, IA

Average temperature in December - Lake City, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Lake City, IA

Average pressure in December - Lake City, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lake City, IA

Average wind speed in December - Lake City, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Lake City, IA

Average humidity in December - Lake City, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Lake City, IA

Average rainfall in December - Lake City, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Lake City, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Lake City, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lake City, IA

Average snowfall in December - Lake City, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lake City, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Lake City, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lake City, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lake City, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lake City, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Lake City, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Lake City, IA

Average UV index in December - Lake City, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Lake City, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Lake City, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Lake City, IA

Average visibility in December - Lake City, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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