December weather forecast
Quincy, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Quincy, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a temperature drop, moving from a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C) in November to a wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C). An average low-temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Quincy, in December, during 4.7 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Quincy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.1 days and collects up to 19.21" (488mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Quincy are January through April, October through December. In Quincy, in December, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Quincy, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.6 days and aggregates up to 8.15" (207mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Quincy, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 22.1°F (-5.5°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Quincy, in December, it is raining for 4.7 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Quincy, in December, during 5.3 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Quincy, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

Average pressure in December
Quincy, IA

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

Average wind speed in December
Quincy, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Quincy, IA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Quincy, IA

Average rainfall in December - Quincy, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Quincy, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Quincy, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Quincy, IA

Average snowfall in December - Quincy, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Quincy, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Quincy, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.3 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
Quincy, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Quincy, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Quincy, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Quincy, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Quincy, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Quincy, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Quincy, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Quincy, IA

Average visibility in December - Quincy, 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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