December weather forecast
Moneta, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Moneta, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 16.5°F (-8.6°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Moneta experiences a distinct temperature drop, with the average high-temperature reducing from November's chilly 43°F (6.1°C) to a subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C). Moneta experiences an average low-temperature of 16.5°F (-8.6°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

In Moneta, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Moneta, in December, it is raining for 3.2 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Moneta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 95.2 days and collects up to 9.25" (235mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Moneta, in December, during 8.5 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 40.2 snowfall days, and 5.79" (147mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

In Moneta, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and 16.5°F (-8.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Moneta, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Moneta, in December, it is raining for 3.2 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Moneta in December?

In Moneta, in December, during 8.5 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Moneta, Iowa, the average day length in December is 9h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Moneta have in December?

In Moneta, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Moneta, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Moneta, IA

Average temperature in December - Moneta, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Moneta, IA

Average pressure in December - Moneta, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Moneta, IA

Average wind speed in December - Moneta, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Moneta, IA

Average humidity in December - Moneta, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Moneta, IA

Average rainfall in December - Moneta, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Moneta, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Moneta, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Moneta, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Moneta, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Moneta, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Moneta, 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 2min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Moneta, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Moneta, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Moneta, IA

Average UV index in December - Moneta, 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 and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Moneta, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Moneta, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Moneta, IA

Average visibility in December - Moneta, 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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