Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
In Orient, the beginning of December is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C) to a cold 33.8°F (1°C). Throughout December, the temperature in Orient, Iowa, tends to fall to a consistent average low of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).Humidity
In Orient, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Orient, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.2 days and collects up to 28.23" (717mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Orient. In Orient, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.72" (69mm) of snow. In Orient, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.5 days and aggregates up to 15.71" (399mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Orient, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Orient is 4.9h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Orient, Iowa, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in December
Orient, IA
- Average high temperature in December: 33.8°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 (28.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 22.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Orient, IA
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"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
Orient, IA
- Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph
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
Orient, IA
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Orient, IA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.3"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").
Average rainfall days in December
Orient, IA
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Orient, IA
- Average snowfall in December: 2.72"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Orient, IA
- Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Orient, 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 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Orient, IA
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Orient, 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
Orient, IA
- Average cloud cover in December: 48
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
Orient, IA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
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