December weather forecast
Perkins, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Perkins, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and an average low of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Temperature

A distinct shift in the average high-temperature is signaled in December, moving down from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C). During December, Perkins witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Perkins is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, in Perkins, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Perkins, Iowa, there are 117.7 rainfall days, and 21.42" (544mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Perkins, Iowa. In December, in Perkins, it is snowing for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Perkins, Iowa, there are 43.5 snowfall days, and 15.91" (404mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Perkins, Iowa, is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, in Perkins, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Perkins is 4.5h.

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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Perkins in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Perkins, is 27.9°F (-2.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 16.7°F (-8.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Perkins?

The average relative humidity in December in Perkins is 84%.

How much does it rain in Perkins in December?

In Perkins, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Perkins?

In Perkins, in December, during 9.5 snowfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Perkins?

December has the shortest days of the year in Perkins, Iowa, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Perkins have in December?

The average day length in December in Perkins is 9h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Perkins?

On the first day of December in Perkins, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Perkins have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Perkins?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Perkins?

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 UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Perkins, IA

Average temperature in December - Perkins, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.7°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 (10.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Perkins, IA

Average pressure in December - Perkins, 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
Perkins, IA

Average wind speed in December - Perkins, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Perkins, IA

Average humidity in December - Perkins, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Perkins, IA

Average rainfall in December - Perkins, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Perkins, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Perkins, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Perkins, IA

Average snowfall in December - Perkins, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Perkins, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Perkins, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Perkins, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Perkins, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Perkins, IA

Average UV index in December - Perkins, 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
Perkins, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Perkins, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Perkins, IA

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

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

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