December weather forecast
Parkersburg, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Parkersburg, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and an average low of 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Temperature

Setting in of December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C) in November to a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C). An average nighttime temperature of 19.9°F (-6.7°C) is observed during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Parkersburg, during December, the rain falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. In Parkersburg, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.3 days and collects up to 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated. In Parkersburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.2 days and aggregates up to 22.4" (569mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, in Parkersburg, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Parkersburg, records 30.6°F (-0.8°C), while the low-temperature is 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Parkersburg?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Parkersburg, in December, it is raining for 6.4 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is 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 in Parkersburg.

How many hours of daylight does Parkersburg have in December?

In Parkersburg, the average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Parkersburg have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

How high is the UV index in December in Parkersburg?

In Parkersburg, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Parkersburg, IA

Average temperature in December - Parkersburg, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.6°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 (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Parkersburg, IA

Average pressure in December - Parkersburg, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Parkersburg, IA

Average wind speed in December - Parkersburg, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Parkersburg, IA

Average humidity in December - Parkersburg, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Parkersburg, IA

Average rainfall in December - Parkersburg, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Parkersburg, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Parkersburg, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Parkersburg, IA

Average snowfall in December - Parkersburg, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Parkersburg, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Parkersburg, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Parkersburg, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Parkersburg, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Parkersburg, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Parkersburg, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Parkersburg, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Parkersburg, IA

Average visibility in December - Parkersburg, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and August (5mi).

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