December weather forecast
Lester, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Lester, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 15.8°F (-9°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature exhibits a considerable decrease in December, dropping from a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C) in November to a freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). In Lester, December's nights observe an average temperature dip to 15.8°F (-9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Lester, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. In Lester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.2 days and collects up to 22.13" (562mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lester are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is accumulated. In Lester, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.3 days and aggregates up to 19.29" (490mm) 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 7:38 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and 15.8°F (-9°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Lester, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Lester, in December, during 11.6 snowfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Lester, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Lester, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Lester, IA

Average temperature in December - Lester, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.3°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 (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Lester, IA

Average pressure in December - Lester, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lester, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Lester, IA

Average humidity in December - Lester, 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 (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Lester, IA

Average rainfall in December - Lester, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Lester, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Lester, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lester, IA

Average snowfall in December - Lester, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lester, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Lester, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lester, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lester, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Lester, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Lester, IA

Average UV index in December - Lester, 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 January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Lester, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Lester, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Lester, IA

Average visibility in December - Lester, 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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