December weather forecast
Lidderdale, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Lidderdale, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 20.8°F (-6.2°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the average high-temperature recedes from November's frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) to a subzero cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C). Lidderdale sees an average low-temperature of 20.8°F (-6.2°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.1 rainfall days, and 27.28" (693mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 4.02" (102mm) of snow is accumulated. In Lidderdale, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.8 days and aggregates up to 19.8" (503mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, in Lidderdale, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Lidderdale is 4.8h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Lidderdale, the average high-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 20.8°F (-6.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Lidderdale, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Lidderdale, Iowa, in December, during 5 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Lidderdale, in December, snow falls for 9.9 days, with typically accumulated 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lidderdale have in December?

In Lidderdale, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Lidderdale, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lidderdale, IA

Average temperature in December - Lidderdale, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.8°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 (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.8°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 (13.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Lidderdale, IA

Average pressure in December - Lidderdale, 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
Lidderdale, IA

Average wind speed in December - Lidderdale, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Lidderdale, IA

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Lidderdale, IA

Average rainfall in December - Lidderdale, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Lidderdale, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Lidderdale, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lidderdale, IA

Average snowfall in December - Lidderdale, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lidderdale, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Lidderdale, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lidderdale, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lidderdale, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Lidderdale, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Lidderdale, IA

Average UV index in December - Lidderdale, 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
Lidderdale, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Lidderdale, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Lidderdale, IA

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

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

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