December weather forecast
Maurice, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Maurice, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 17.4°F (-8.1°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

A clear decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, decreasing from a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) in November to a freezing cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C). The month of December records an average low-temperature of 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 124 rainfall days, and 24.09" (612mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Maurice, in December, snow falls for 11 days, with typically accumulated 3.11" (79mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 49.5 snowfall days, and 18.39" (467mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Maurice, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and 17.4°F (-8.1°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Maurice, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Maurice, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Maurice, during December, snow falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Maurice, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Maurice, IA

Average temperature in December - Maurice, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Maurice, IA

Average pressure in December - Maurice, 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
Maurice, IA

Average wind speed in December - Maurice, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Maurice, IA

Average humidity in December - Maurice, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Maurice, IA

Average rainfall in December - Maurice, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Maurice, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Maurice, IA

Average snowfall in December - Maurice, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Maurice, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Maurice, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Maurice, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Maurice, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Maurice, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Maurice, IA

Average UV index in December - Maurice, 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
Maurice, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Maurice, 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 July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Maurice, IA

Average visibility in December - Maurice, 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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