December weather forecast
Lake Park, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lake Park, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and min 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Temperature

December's arrival signals a significant decrease in average high-temperatures, falling from November's icy 42.3°F (5.7°C) to a subzero cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C). Lake Park's nighttime temperature in December drops to an average of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Lake Park, Iowa, is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lake Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.6 days and collects up to 24.37" (619mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Lake Park, Iowa, in December, during 10.9 snowfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Lake Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.4 days and aggregates up to 21.93" (557mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Lake Park, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Lake Park, records 26.8°F (-2.9°C), while the low-temperature is 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Lake Park, in December, during 3.6 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Lake Park, in December, during 10.9 snowfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Lake Park is 4.3h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lake Park, IA

Average temperature in December - Lake Park, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Lake Park, IA

Average pressure in December - Lake Park, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lake Park, IA

Average wind speed in December - Lake Park, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Lake Park, IA

Average humidity in December - Lake Park, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Lake Park, IA

Average rainfall in December - Lake Park, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Lake Park, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Lake Park, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lake Park, IA

Average snowfall in December - Lake Park, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lake Park, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Lake Park, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10.9 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 Park, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lake Park, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lake Park, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Lake Park, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Lake Park, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Lake Park, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Lake Park, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Lake Park, IA

Average visibility in December - Lake Park, 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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