December weather forecast
North Washington, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in North Washington, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.4°F (-2°C) and min 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Temperature

Welcoming December, North Washington observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C) to a subzero cold 28.4°F (-2°C). North Washington's December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Humidity

In North Washington, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In North Washington, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98 days and collects up to 9.8" (249mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In North Washington, in December, during 9 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In North Washington, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.8 days and aggregates up to 6.22" (158mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

In North Washington, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 28.4°F (-2°C) and 18.3°F (-7.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In North Washington, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In North Washington, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In North Washington, in December, snow falls for 9 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In North Washington, the average day length in December is 9h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
North Washington, IA

Average temperature in December - North Washington, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in December
North Washington, IA

Average pressure in December - North Washington, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
North Washington, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in December
North Washington, IA

Average humidity in December - North Washington, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
North Washington, IA

Average rainfall in December - North Washington, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

Average rainfall days in December
North Washington, IA

Average rainfall days in December - North Washington, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in December
North Washington, IA

Average snowfall in December - North Washington, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
North Washington, IA

Average snowfall days in December - North Washington, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
North Washington, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North Washington, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
North Washington, IA

Average sunshine days in December - North Washington, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
North Washington, IA

Average UV index in December - North Washington, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
North Washington, IA

Average cloud cover in December - North Washington, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
North Washington, IA

Average visibility in December - North Washington, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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