December weather forecast
Polk City, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Polk City, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.8°F (1°C) and an average low of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C) in November to a wintry 33.8°F (1°C). An average nighttime temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C) is noted in Polk City during the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Polk City is 79%.

Rainfall

In Polk City, during December, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Polk City, there are 114.6 rainfall days, and 15.51" (394mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Polk City. In Polk City, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.83" (21mm) of snow. In Polk City, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.6 days and aggregates up to 6.77" (172mm) of snow.

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 7:23 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Polk City is 4.8h.

UV index

In Polk City, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Polk City?

The high-temperature, in December, in Polk City, is 33.8°F (1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 22.1°F (-5.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Polk City?

In December, the average relative humidity in Polk City is 79%.

How much does it rain in Polk City in December?

In Polk City, during December, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Polk City in December?

In Polk City, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Polk City?

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

How many hours of daylight does Polk City have in December?

In Polk City, Iowa, the average day length in December is 9h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Polk City?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, in Polk City, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Polk City?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Polk City is 4.8h.

How high is the UV index in December in Polk City?

In Polk City, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Polk City, IA

Average temperature in December - Polk City, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Polk City, IA

Average pressure in December - Polk City, 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
Polk City, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Polk City, IA

Average humidity in December - Polk City, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Polk City, IA

Average rainfall in December - Polk City, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Polk City, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Polk City, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Polk City, IA

Average snowfall in December - Polk City, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Polk City, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Polk City, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Polk City, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Polk City, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Polk City, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Polk City, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Polk City, IA

Average UV index in December - Polk City, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Polk City, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Polk City, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Polk City, IA

Average visibility in December - Polk City, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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