December weather forecast
Ledyard, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ledyard, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and 16.3°F (-8.7°C).

Temperature

Ledyard's December weather is marked by a distinct drop in high-temperatures, declining from a wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). Ledyard cools down to an average low-temperature of 16.3°F (-8.7°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In Ledyard, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Ledyard, in December, it is raining for 4.9 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ledyard, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.1 days and collects up to 23.23" (590mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ledyard, Iowa, are January through May, October through December. In Ledyard, in December, snow falls for 13.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.62" (92mm) of snow. In Ledyard, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.1 days and aggregates up to 21.89" (556mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Ledyard, Iowa, is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Ledyard, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Ledyard is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Ledyard?

The high-temperature in Ledyard during December is 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and the low-temperature is 16.3°F (-8.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ledyard?

The average relative humidity in December in Ledyard, Iowa, is 86%.

How much does it rain in Ledyard in December?

In December, in Ledyard, the rain falls for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Ledyard?

In Ledyard, in December, snow falls for 13.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.62" (92mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ledyard?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ledyard have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ledyard?

On the first day of December in Ledyard, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ledyard?

In Ledyard, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Ledyard?

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

Average temperature in December - Ledyard, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.3°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 (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in December
Ledyard, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ledyard, IA

Average wind speed in December - Ledyard, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Ledyard, IA

Average humidity in December - Ledyard, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Ledyard, IA

Average rainfall in December - Ledyard, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Ledyard, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Ledyard, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ledyard, IA

Average snowfall in December - Ledyard, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ledyard, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Ledyard, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ledyard, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ledyard, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Ledyard, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Ledyard, IA

Average UV index in December - Ledyard, 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
Ledyard, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Ledyard, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Ledyard, IA

Average visibility in December - Ledyard, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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