December weather forecast
Meriden, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Meriden, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19°F (-7.2°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

The shift into December is marked by a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) to a subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C). During December nights, Meriden records an average temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Meriden, in December, during 4.2 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Meriden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117 days and collects up to 19.84" (504mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Meriden, in December, snow falls for 8 days, with typically accumulated 1.77" (45mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 10.67" (271mm) 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, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

In Meriden, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Meriden, is 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 19°F (-7.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Meriden, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Meriden, Iowa, in December, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Meriden, Iowa, during December, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Meriden have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Meriden have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Meriden?

In Meriden, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. 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
Meriden, IA

Average temperature in December - Meriden, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

Average pressure in December
Meriden, IA

Average pressure in December - Meriden, 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
Meriden, IA

Average wind speed in December - Meriden, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Meriden, IA

Average humidity in December - Meriden, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Meriden, IA

Average rainfall in December - Meriden, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Meriden, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Meriden, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Meriden, IA

Average snowfall in December - Meriden, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Meriden, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Meriden, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Meriden, IA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Meriden, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Meriden, IA

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

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
Meriden, IA

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

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

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