December weather forecast
Owasa, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Owasa, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and min 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Temperature

The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C) from November's chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C). Owasa's nighttime temperature in December drops to an average of 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Owasa is 83%.

Rainfall

In Owasa, in December, it is raining for 5.1 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 132 rainfall days, and 27.01" (686mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Owasa, during December, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 44.4 snowfall days, and 16.65" (423mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

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 health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Owasa?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Owasa during December are 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and 19.9°F (-6.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Owasa?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Owasa, in December, during 5.1 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Owasa, in December, during 10.5 snowfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Owasa have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Owasa, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Owasa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Owasa, IA

Average temperature in December - Owasa, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Owasa, IA

Average pressure in December - Owasa, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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
Owasa, IA

Average wind speed in December - Owasa, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Owasa, IA

Average humidity in December - Owasa, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Owasa, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Owasa, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Owasa, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Owasa, IA

Average snowfall in December - Owasa, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Owasa, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Owasa, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Owasa, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Owasa, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Owasa, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Owasa, IA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Owasa, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Owasa, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Owasa, IA

Average visibility in December - Owasa, 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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