December weather forecast
Oto, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Oto, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19.2°F (-7.1°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

December's arrival signals a distinct temperature shift, dropping from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 19.2°F (-7.1°C) in December.

Humidity

In Oto, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Oto, in December, it is raining for 2.5 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 105.4 rainfall days, and 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Oto, Iowa, are January through April, October through December. In Oto, in December, during 6.2 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Oto, there are 32 snowfall days, and 8.82" (224mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Oto, Iowa.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of December, in Oto, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Oto is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Oto?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Oto, is 30.6°F (-0.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 19.2°F (-7.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Oto?

In Oto, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Oto?

In Oto, Iowa, in December, it is raining for 2.5 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Oto?

In Oto, Iowa, in December, during 6.2 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Oto?

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

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Oto?

On the first day of December in Oto, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Oto?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Oto?

In Oto, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in December
Oto, IA

Average temperature in December - Oto, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Oto, IA

Average pressure in December - Oto, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Oto, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Oto, IA

Average humidity in December - Oto, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Oto, IA

Average rainfall in December - Oto, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Oto, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Oto, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Oto, IA

Average snowfall in December - Oto, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Oto, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Oto, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oto, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oto, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Oto, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Oto, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Oto, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Oto, IA

Average visibility in December - Oto, 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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