December weather forecast
McCallsburg, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in McCallsburg, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

Onset of December comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a frosty 45°F (7.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). During December, McCallsburg observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in McCallsburg is 81%.

Rainfall

In McCallsburg, in December, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. In McCallsburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.3 days and collects up to 29.25" (743mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In McCallsburg, in December, during 10.5 snowfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In McCallsburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.8 days and aggregates up to 16.85" (428mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

In McCallsburg, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in McCallsburg during December are 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 20.5°F (-6.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In McCallsburg, during December, the rain falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In McCallsburg, in December, during 10.5 snowfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In McCallsburg, the average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, in McCallsburg, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does McCallsburg have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
McCallsburg, IA

Average temperature in December - McCallsburg, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

Average pressure in December
McCallsburg, IA

Average pressure in December - McCallsburg, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
McCallsburg, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
McCallsburg, IA

Average humidity in December - McCallsburg, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
McCallsburg, IA

Average rainfall in December - McCallsburg, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
McCallsburg, IA

Average rainfall days in December - McCallsburg, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
McCallsburg, IA

Average snowfall in December - McCallsburg, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
McCallsburg, IA

Average snowfall days in December - McCallsburg, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - McCallsburg, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
McCallsburg, IA

Average sunshine days in December - McCallsburg, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.5 days).

Average UV index in December
McCallsburg, IA

Average UV index in December - McCallsburg, 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
McCallsburg, IA

Average cloud cover in December - McCallsburg, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
McCallsburg, IA

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

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

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