December weather forecast
Norwalk, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Norwalk, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 34.2°F (1.2°C) and 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Temperature

December weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C) in November to a wintry 34.2°F (1.2°C). The month of December records an average low-temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Norwalk, in December, during 4.1 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Norwalk, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.4 days and collects up to 16.38" (416mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 5.7 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated. In Norwalk, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.9 days and aggregates up to 7.36" (187mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min 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 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Norwalk, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Norwalk, 34.2°F (1.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 22.5°F (-5.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Norwalk, in December, during 4.1 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Norwalk, in December, during 5.7 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Norwalk is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Norwalk?

The average day length in December in Norwalk is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Norwalk have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Norwalk, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Norwalk, IA

Average temperature in December - Norwalk, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Norwalk, IA

Average pressure in December - Norwalk, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Norwalk, IA

Average wind speed in December - Norwalk, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Norwalk, IA

Average humidity in December - Norwalk, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Norwalk, IA

Average rainfall in December - Norwalk, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Norwalk, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Norwalk, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Norwalk, IA

Average snowfall in December - Norwalk, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Norwalk, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Norwalk, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Norwalk, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 12min).

  • 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
Norwalk, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Norwalk, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Norwalk, IA

Average UV index in December - Norwalk, 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
Norwalk, IA

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

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

Average visibility in December
Norwalk, IA

Average visibility in December - Norwalk, 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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