December weather forecast
Mingo, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Mingo, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature decreases from a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C) in November to an icy 33.8°F (1°C). December nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a subzero cold 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Mingo, during December, the rain falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 104.4 rainfall days, and 10.71" (272mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Mingo, in December, snow falls for 5.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Mingo, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.7 days and aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 33.8°F (1°C) and 22.1°F (-5.5°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout December, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Mingo, in December, during 5.6 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) 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 December, the average day length is 9h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month with 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Mingo, IA

Average temperature in December - Mingo, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.1°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 (14.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Mingo, IA

Average pressure in December - Mingo, 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
Mingo, IA

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

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

Average humidity in December
Mingo, IA

Average humidity in December - Mingo, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Mingo, IA

Average rainfall in December - Mingo, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Mingo, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Mingo, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mingo, IA

Average snowfall in December - Mingo, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mingo, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Mingo, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mingo, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mingo, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Mingo, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Mingo, IA

Average UV index in December - Mingo, 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
Mingo, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Mingo, 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
Mingo, IA

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

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

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