December weather forecast
McClelland, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in McClelland, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and an average low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Temperature

McClelland's weather in December is characterized by a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, reducing from a frosty 48.2°F (9°C) in November to an icy 33.6°F (0.9°C). During December, McClelland observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Humidity

In McClelland, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In McClelland, in December, during 5 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In McClelland, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.8 days and collects up to 25.35" (644mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In McClelland, in December, during 7 snowfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In McClelland, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.7 days and aggregates up to 13.07" (332mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, McClelland experiences an average high-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and a low-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In McClelland, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in McClelland?

In McClelland, in December, snow falls for 7 days, with typically accumulated 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does McClelland have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does McClelland have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - McClelland, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

Average pressure in December
McClelland, IA

Average pressure in December - McClelland, 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
McClelland, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in December
McClelland, IA

Average humidity in December - McClelland, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in December
McClelland, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
McClelland, IA

Average rainfall days in December - McClelland, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
McClelland, IA

Average snowfall in December - McClelland, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
McClelland, IA

Average snowfall days in December - McClelland, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - McClelland, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
McClelland, IA

Average sunshine days in December - McClelland, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
McClelland, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
McClelland, IA

Average cloud cover in December - McClelland, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
McClelland, IA

Average visibility in December - McClelland, 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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