December weather forecast
Lime City, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lime City, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34°F (1.1°C) and 23°F (-5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a frosty 46.4°F (8°C) in November to a wintry 34°F (1.1°C). Lime City, during December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 23°F (-5°C).

Humidity

In Lime City, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Lime City, in December, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 136.1 rainfall days, and 27.8" (706mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Lime City. In December, in Lime City, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 34.4 snowfall days, and 13.19" (335mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lime City.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Lime City, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature in Lime City during December is 34°F (1.1°C) and the low-temperature is 23°F (-5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Lime City, in December, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Lime City have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in Lime City?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lime City, IA

Average temperature in December - Lime City, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Lime City, IA

Average pressure in December - Lime City, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lime City, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Lime City, IA

Average humidity in December - Lime City, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Lime City, IA

Average rainfall in December - Lime City, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Lime City, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Lime City, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lime City, IA

Average snowfall in December - Lime City, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lime City, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Lime City, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lime City, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lime City, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lime City, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Lime City, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Lime City, IA

Average UV index in December - Lime City, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Lime City, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Lime City, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Lime City, IA

Average visibility in December - Lime City, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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