December weather forecast
Moravia, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Moravia, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.1°F (1.7°C) and 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 48.2°F (9°C) in November to a wintry 35.1°F (1.7°C). Moravia temperatures generally rest at a low of 23.7°F (-4.6°C) during the December nights.

Humidity

In Moravia, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Moravia, Iowa, is December, when the rain falls for 5.3 days and typically collects 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Moravia, in December, during 5.6 snowfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 28.3 snowfall days, and 10.28" (261mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Moravia.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, in Moravia, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Moravia, Iowa, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Moravia in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Moravia are 35.1°F (1.7°C) and 23.7°F (-4.6°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Moravia?

The average relative humidity in December in Moravia, Iowa, is 79%.

What is the driest month in Moravia?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 5.3 days and typically collects 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Moravia in December?

In Moravia, in December, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Moravia?

In Moravia, in December, during 5.6 snowfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Moravia?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Moravia have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Moravia?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Moravia?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Moravia, Iowa, is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Moravia?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Moravia?

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

Average temperature in December - Moravia, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Moravia, IA

Average pressure in December - Moravia, 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
Moravia, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Moravia, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Moravia, IA

Average rainfall in December - Moravia, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Moravia, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Moravia, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Moravia, IA

Average snowfall in December - Moravia, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Moravia, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Moravia, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Moravia, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Moravia, IA

Average UV index in December - Moravia, 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
Moravia, IA

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

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

Average visibility in December
Moravia, IA

Average visibility in December - Moravia, 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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