December weather forecast
Milo, IA

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Weather in December

Milo, Iowa, embraces a full-blown winter come December, characterized by cold temperatures and snowfall. With an average temperature low of 22.8°F (-5.1°C), the city experiences some of its coldest days in December. Despite the cold, the festive atmosphere in the city provides warmth and cheer. An increased cloud cover and reduced daylight hours lend an air of winter magic to the city. Such seasonal contrasts make December an exceptional time, marking an enchanting end to the year.

Temperature

December's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C) to a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C). During the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) is observed.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Milo. Rain falls for 4.7 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Milo, in December, snow falls for 5.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.94" (24mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.9 snowfall days, and 10.12" (257mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

In Milo, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Milo in December?

Milo in December has an average high-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), 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 December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the driest month in Milo?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 4.7 days and typically collects 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Milo, in December, it is raining for 4.7 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Milo, during December, snow falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Milo?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Milo?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Milo, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Milo, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Milo, IA

Average wind speed in December - Milo, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Milo, IA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Milo, IA

Average rainfall in December - Milo, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Milo, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Milo, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Milo, IA

Average snowfall in December - Milo, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Milo, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Milo, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Milo, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Milo, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Milo, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Milo, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Milo, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Milo, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Milo, IA

Average visibility in December - Milo, 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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