December weather forecast
Paton, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Paton, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32°F (0°C) and an average low of 21°F (-6.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a shift in temperature, down from a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) in November to a cold 32°F (0°C). December nights in Paton observe an average temperature dip to a freezing cold 21°F (-6.1°C).

Humidity

In Paton, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Paton, Iowa, in December, it is raining for 4.8 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Paton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.7 days and collects up to 26.5" (673mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Paton are January through May, October through December. In Paton, in December, snow falls for 8.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.64" (67mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.1 snowfall days, and 15.31" (389mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Paton, Iowa, is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Paton, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Paton?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Paton, Iowa, during December are 32°F (0°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Paton?

In Paton, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Paton?

In Paton, during December, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Paton in December?

In Paton, Iowa, in December, snow falls for 8.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Paton?

The month with the shortest days in Paton, Iowa, is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

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

In Paton, the average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Paton?

On the first day of December in Paton, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Paton?

The average sunshine duration in December in Paton is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Paton?

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 Paton?

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

Average temperature in December - Paton, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Paton, IA

Average pressure in December - Paton, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Paton, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Paton, IA

Average humidity in December - Paton, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Paton, IA

Average rainfall in December - Paton, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Paton, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Paton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Paton, IA

Average snowfall in December - Paton, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Paton, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Paton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Paton, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Paton, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Paton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Paton, IA

Average UV index in December - Paton, 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, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Paton, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Paton, IA

Average visibility in December - Paton, 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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