December weather forecast
Lone Tree, IA

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a chilly 46.4°F (8°C) in November to a wintry 34°F (1.1°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 23°F (-5°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lone Tree, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.5 days and collects up to 7.68" (195mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lone Tree, during December, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 22.5 snowfall days, and 3.11" (79mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Lone Tree in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C) and a low-temperature of 23°F (-5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Lone Tree, in December, during 3.8 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Lone Tree, in December, during 4.3 snowfall days, 0.16" (4mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Lone Tree?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lone Tree, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Lone Tree, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What is the month 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 intensity 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 exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Lone Tree, IA

Average temperature in December - Lone Tree, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34°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 (27.5°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 (15.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Lone Tree, IA

Average pressure in December - Lone Tree, 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
Lone Tree, IA

Average wind speed in December - Lone Tree, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

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
Lone Tree, IA

Average humidity in December - Lone Tree, 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
Lone Tree, IA

Average rainfall in December - Lone Tree, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Lone Tree, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Lone Tree, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lone Tree, IA

Average snowfall in December - Lone Tree, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lone Tree, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Lone Tree, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.4 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
Lone Tree, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lone Tree, 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 3min

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lone Tree, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Lone Tree, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Lone Tree, IA

Average UV index in December - Lone Tree, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Lone Tree, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Lone Tree, 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 August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Lone Tree, IA

Average visibility in December - Lone Tree, 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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