December weather forecast
Otho, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Otho, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 30.2°F (-1°C) and 19.4°F (-7°C).

Temperature

December's onset is marked by a clear temperature decrease, falling from a chilly 44.6°F (7°C) in November to a subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C). The mean low-temperature during December nights is a still freezing cold 19.4°F (-7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.7 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Otho, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.9 days and collects up to 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Otho. In Otho, in December, during 9.5 snowfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 43.2 snowfall days, and 17.01" (432mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Otho, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

In Otho, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 30.2°F (-1°C) and 19.4°F (-7°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Otho, in December, it is raining for 4.7 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Otho, in December, snow falls for 9.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.91" (74mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Otho, the average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Otho, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

How high is the UV index in December in Otho?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Otho, IA

Average temperature in December - Otho, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Otho, IA

Average pressure in December - Otho, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Otho, IA

Average wind speed in December - Otho, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Otho, IA

Average humidity in December - Otho, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Otho, IA

Average rainfall in December - Otho, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Otho, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Otho, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Otho, IA

Average snowfall in December - Otho, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Otho, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Otho, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Otho, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Otho, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Otho, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Otho, IA

Average UV index in December - Otho, 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 and February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Otho, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Otho, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

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
Otho, IA

Average visibility in December - Otho, 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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