December weather forecast
Martinsburg, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Martinsburg, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December is marked by a decrease in temperature, transitioning from a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C) in November to a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C). Throughout the month of December, Martinsburg observes an average nighttime temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Martinsburg, Iowa, is 80%.

Rainfall

In Martinsburg, during December, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 137.9 rainfall days, and 27.76" (705mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Martinsburg are January through May, October through December. In December, in Martinsburg, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated. In Martinsburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.8 days and aggregates up to 12.56" (319mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, in Martinsburg, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Martinsburg is 4.6h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Martinsburg in December?

Martinsburg in December has an average high-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Martinsburg?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Martinsburg?

In Martinsburg, in December, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Martinsburg in December?

In December, in Martinsburg, Iowa, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Martinsburg?

December has the shortest days of the year in Martinsburg, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Martinsburg have in December?

The average day length in December in Martinsburg, Iowa, is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Martinsburg?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Martinsburg?

In Martinsburg, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Martinsburg?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Martinsburg, Iowa, is 2. 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 temperature in December
Martinsburg, IA

Average temperature in December - Martinsburg, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Martinsburg, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Martinsburg, IA

Average wind speed in December - Martinsburg, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Martinsburg, IA

Average humidity in December - Martinsburg, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Martinsburg, IA

Average rainfall in December - Martinsburg, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Martinsburg, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Martinsburg, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Martinsburg, IA

Average snowfall in December - Martinsburg, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Martinsburg, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Martinsburg, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Martinsburg, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 18min).

  • 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
Martinsburg, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Martinsburg, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Martinsburg, IA

Average UV index in December - Martinsburg, 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
Martinsburg, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Martinsburg, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Martinsburg, IA

Average visibility in December - Martinsburg, 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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