December weather forecast
New London, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in New London, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

New London in December experiences a subtle temperature decline, with average high-temperatures reducing from a chilly 48°F (8.9°C) in November to a cold 36°F (2.2°C). Nighttime temperatures in New London consistently average a freezing cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are February and December Rain falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 1.38" (35mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in New London are January through April, October through December. In New London, Iowa, during December, snow falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow. In New London, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.7 days and aggregates up to 15" (381mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

In New London, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

In New London, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In New London, in December, the average high-temperature is 36°F (2.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.6°F (-4.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are February and December Rain falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 1.38" (35mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, 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 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In New London, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
New London, IA

Average temperature in December - New London, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in December
New London, IA

Average pressure in December - New London, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
New London, IA

Average wind speed in December - New London, 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 (6.9mph).

Average humidity in December
New London, IA

Average humidity in December - New London, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
New London, IA

Average rainfall in December - New London, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
New London, IA

Average rainfall days in December - New London, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
New London, IA

Average snowfall in December - New London, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New London, IA

Average snowfall days in December - New London, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
New London, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New London, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
New London, IA

Average sunshine days in December - New London, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
New London, IA

Average UV index in December - New London, 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
New London, IA

Average cloud cover in December - New London, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
New London, IA

Average visibility in December - New London, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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