December weather forecast
Pisgah, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pisgah, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Temperature

Pisgah in December showcases a distinct temperature shift, moving from an average high of a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C) in November to a cold 32.9°F (0.5°C). Pisgah reports a consistent average low-temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C) throughout December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Pisgah, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pisgah, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.1 days and collects up to 23.39" (594mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pisgah, during December, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.8 snowfall days, and 13.23" (336mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

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 threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 21.4°F (-5.9°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Pisgah, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Pisgah, in December, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Pisgah, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Pisgah, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Pisgah, IA

Average temperature in December - Pisgah, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Pisgah, IA

Average pressure in December - Pisgah, 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
Pisgah, IA

Average wind speed in December - Pisgah, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

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

Average humidity in December
Pisgah, IA

Average humidity in December - Pisgah, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Pisgah, IA

Average rainfall in December - Pisgah, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Pisgah, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pisgah, IA

Average snowfall in December - Pisgah, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pisgah, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Pisgah, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pisgah, 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 5min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pisgah, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Pisgah, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Pisgah, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Pisgah, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Pisgah, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Pisgah, IA

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

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

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