December weather forecast
Manilla, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Manilla, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 32°F (0°C) and 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) in November to a cold 32°F (0°C). During the December nights, an average temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) is observed.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Manilla, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Manilla, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.1 days and collects up to 26.38" (670mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Manilla, during December, snow falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.5 snowfall days, and 18.23" (463mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:29 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, in Manilla, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Manilla, in December, the average high-temperature is 32°F (0°C), and the average low-temperature is 20.7°F (-6.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Manilla, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Manilla?

In December, it is snowing for 9.1 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Manilla?

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

How many hours of daylight does Manilla have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Manilla?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Manilla, IA

Average temperature in December - Manilla, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Manilla, IA

Average pressure in December - Manilla, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Manilla, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Manilla, IA

Average humidity in December - Manilla, 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
Manilla, IA

Average rainfall in December - Manilla, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Manilla, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Manilla, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Manilla, IA

Average snowfall in December - Manilla, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Manilla, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Manilla, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Manilla, 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 4min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Manilla, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Manilla, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Manilla, IA

Average UV index in December - Manilla, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Manilla, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Manilla, 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
Manilla, IA

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

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

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