December weather forecast
Minburn, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Minburn, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C) in November to a wintry 32.9°F (0.5°C). In Minburn, December nights witness a steady temperature drop to a subzero cold 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Minburn, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 131.7 rainfall days, and 26.65" (677mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Minburn, in December, during 7.5 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Minburn, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.2 days and aggregates up to 13.35" (339mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Minburn experiences an average high-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) and a low-temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Minburn?

The average relative humidity in December in Minburn is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Minburn, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Minburn, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Minburn have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Minburn have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Minburn, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14°F).

Average pressure in December
Minburn, IA

Average pressure in December - Minburn, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Minburn, IA

Average wind speed in December - Minburn, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Minburn, IA

Average humidity in December - Minburn, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Minburn, IA

Average rainfall in December - Minburn, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Minburn, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Minburn, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Minburn, IA

Average snowfall in December - Minburn, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Minburn, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Minburn, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Minburn, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Minburn, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October, November and December (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Minburn, IA

Average UV index in December - Minburn, 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
Minburn, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Minburn, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Minburn, IA

Average visibility in December - Minburn, 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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