December weather forecast
Little Sioux, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Little Sioux, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.9°F (0.5°C) and an average low of 21°F (-6.1°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Little Sioux's average high-temperature witnesses a clear drop, receding from November's chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C) to an icy 32.9°F (0.5°C). Little Sioux records a mean low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Little Sioux, in December, during 4.6 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Little Sioux, there are 125.1 rainfall days, and 22.64" (575mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Little Sioux. In Little Sioux, during December, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.8 snowfall days, and 11.97" (304mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Little Sioux, Iowa, is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Little Sioux?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Little Sioux, Iowa, during December are 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Little Sioux?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Little Sioux?

In Little Sioux, in December, during 4.6 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Little Sioux in December?

In December, in Little Sioux, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Little Sioux?

The month with the shortest days in Little Sioux, Iowa, is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Little Sioux have in December?

In Little Sioux, Iowa, the average day length in December is 9h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Little Sioux?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Little Sioux, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Little Sioux have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Little Sioux, Iowa, is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Little Sioux?

The months with the lowest UV index in Little Sioux are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Little Sioux?

In Little Sioux, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Little Sioux, IA

Average temperature in December - Little Sioux, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Little Sioux, IA

Average pressure in December - Little Sioux, 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
Little Sioux, IA

Average wind speed in December - Little Sioux, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Little Sioux, IA

Average humidity in December - Little Sioux, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Little Sioux, IA

Average rainfall in December - Little Sioux, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Little Sioux, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Little Sioux, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Little Sioux, IA

Average snowfall in December - Little Sioux, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Little Sioux, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Little Sioux, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Little Sioux, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Little Sioux, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Little Sioux, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Little Sioux, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Little Sioux, IA

Average UV index in December - Little Sioux, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Little Sioux, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Little Sioux, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Little Sioux, IA

Average visibility in December - Little Sioux, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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