December weather forecast
Pioneer, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Pioneer, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30°F (-1.1°C) and 19°F (-7.2°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather shows a temperature decrease, transitioning from a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C) in November to a freezing cold 30°F (-1.1°C). In the month of December, Pioneer experiences an average low-temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Pioneer, during December, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 130.6 rainfall days, and 25" (635mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Pioneer are January through May, October through December. In Pioneer, in December, snow falls for 9.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.76" (70mm) of snow. In Pioneer, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.2 days and aggregates up to 18.11" (460mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February, November and 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 vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 30°F (-1.1°C) and 19°F (-7.2°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 evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Pioneer, in December, it is raining for 5.1 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 9.3 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pioneer have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December
Pioneer, IA

Average temperature in December - Pioneer, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Pioneer, IA

Average pressure in December - Pioneer, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Pioneer, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Pioneer, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Pioneer, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Pioneer, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pioneer, IA

Average snowfall in December - Pioneer, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pioneer, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Pioneer, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pioneer, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pioneer, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Pioneer, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Pioneer, IA

Average UV index in December - Pioneer, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Pioneer, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Pioneer, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Pioneer, IA

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

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

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