December weather forecast
Ogden, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Ogden, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21°F (-6.1°C) and an average high of 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

December implies a gentle temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) to a cold 32°F (0°C). An average low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C) is observed during the December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ogden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.1 days and collects up to 26.85" (682mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Ogden, during December, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 37.8 snowfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Ogden, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Ogden, is 32°F (0°C), while the average low-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Ogden, during December, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) 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 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Ogden have in December?

In Ogden, the average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ogden, IA

Average temperature in December - Ogden, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Ogden, IA

Average pressure in December - Ogden, 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
Ogden, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Ogden, IA

Average humidity in December - Ogden, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Ogden, IA

Average rainfall in December - Ogden, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Ogden, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Ogden, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ogden, IA

Average snowfall in December - Ogden, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ogden, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Ogden, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ogden, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Ogden, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Ogden, IA

Average UV index in December - Ogden, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Ogden, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Ogden, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Ogden, IA

Average visibility in December - Ogden, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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