December weather forecast
New Virginia, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in New Virginia, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and an average high of 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, New Virginia's average high-temperature adjusts, receding from November's chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) to a wintry 34.9°F (1.6°C). The average low-temperature, in December, is a subzero cold 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.9 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In New Virginia, in December, during 6.2 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In New Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.8 days and aggregates up to 11.77" (299mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min 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 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

In New Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In New Virginia, in December, the average high-temperature is 34.9°F (1.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 22.8°F (-5.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 4.9 days and typically collects 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In New Virginia, Iowa, in December, during 6.2 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) 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 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does New Virginia have in December?

In New Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does New Virginia have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In New Virginia, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
New Virginia, IA

Average temperature in December - New Virginia, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in December
New Virginia, IA

Average pressure in December - New Virginia, 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
New Virginia, IA

Average wind speed in December - New Virginia, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

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 (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
New Virginia, IA

Average humidity in December - New Virginia, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
New Virginia, IA

Average rainfall in December - New Virginia, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
New Virginia, IA

Average rainfall days in December - New Virginia, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (16.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
New Virginia, IA

Average snowfall in December - New Virginia, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New Virginia, IA

Average snowfall days in December - New Virginia, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Virginia, 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 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
New Virginia, IA

Average sunshine days in December - New Virginia, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
New Virginia, IA

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

Average cloud cover in December - New Virginia, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
New Virginia, IA

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

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

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