December weather forecast
Lanyon, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lanyon, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32°F (0°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C).

Temperature

Lanyon's average high-temperature decreases in December, falling from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to an icy 32°F (0°C). Lanyon, in the month of December, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Lanyon, in December, it is raining for 4.8 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 126.1 rainfall days, and 26.85" (682mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Lanyon. In December, it is snowing for 8 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37.8 snowfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) 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 Lanyon, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Lanyon, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Lanyon, records 32°F (0°C), while the low-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Lanyon in December?

In Lanyon, during December, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lanyon have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Lanyon?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Lanyon, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lanyon, IA

Average temperature in December - Lanyon, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Lanyon, IA

Average pressure in December - Lanyon, 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
Lanyon, IA

Average wind speed in December - Lanyon, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Lanyon, IA

Average humidity in December - Lanyon, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Lanyon, IA

Average rainfall in December - Lanyon, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Lanyon, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Lanyon, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lanyon, IA

Average snowfall in December - Lanyon, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lanyon, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Lanyon, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lanyon, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lanyon, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lanyon, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Lanyon, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Lanyon, IA

Average UV index in December - Lanyon, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Lanyon, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Lanyon, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Lanyon, IA

Average visibility in December - Lanyon, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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