December weather forecast
Linden, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Linden, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.7°F (-5.7°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C) to a wintry 33.3°F (0.7°C). Linden observes an average low-temperature of 21.7°F (-5.7°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In Linden, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Linden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.3 days and collects up to 19.09" (485mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in Linden, it is snowing for 6 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 31.7 snowfall days, and 9.29" (236mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Linden, Iowa, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Linden. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Linden, is 33.3°F (0.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 21.7°F (-5.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Linden?

In Linden, in December, it is raining for 4.1 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) 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 Linden have in December?

In Linden, Iowa, the average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Linden, IA

Average temperature in December - Linden, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Linden, IA

Average pressure in December - Linden, 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
Linden, IA

Average wind speed in December - Linden, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Linden, IA

Average humidity in December - Linden, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Linden, IA

Average rainfall in December - Linden, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Linden, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Linden, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Linden, IA

Average snowfall in December - Linden, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Linden, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Linden, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Linden, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Linden, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Linden, IA

Average UV index in December - Linden, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Linden, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Linden, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Linden, IA

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

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

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