December weather forecast
Osceola, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Osceola, Iowa, 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

Welcoming December, Osceola observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) to an icy 34.9°F (1.6°C). Osceola records an average nighttime low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Osceola is 79%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Osceola, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Osceola, Iowa, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Osceola, is 34.9°F (1.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 22.8°F (-5.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the driest month in Osceola?

The month with the least rainfall in Osceola 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 Osceola, during December, the rain falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Osceola, in December, snow falls for 6.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Osceola have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Osceola, IA

Average temperature in December - Osceola, 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
Osceola, IA

Average pressure in December - Osceola, 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
Osceola, IA

Average wind speed in December - Osceola, 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
Osceola, IA

Average humidity in December - Osceola, 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
Osceola, IA

Average rainfall in December - Osceola, 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
Osceola, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Osceola, 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
Osceola, IA

Average snowfall in December - Osceola, 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
Osceola, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Osceola, 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
Osceola, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Osceola, 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
Osceola, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Osceola, 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
Osceola, IA

Average UV index in December - Osceola, 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
Osceola, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Osceola, 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
Osceola, IA

Average visibility in December - Osceola, 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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