December weather forecast
Rake, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rake, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and an average low of 16.3°F (-8.7°C).

Temperature

The shift into December is characterized by a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's cold 42.3°F (5.7°C) to a freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). Rake's nights in December experience an average temperature drop to 16.3°F (-8.7°C).

Humidity

In Rake, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Rake, during December, the rain falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. In Rake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.1 days and collects up to 23.23" (590mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in Rake, it is snowing for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is accumulated. In Rake, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.1 days and aggregates up to 21.89" (556mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Rake, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Rake is 4.1h.

UV index

In Rake, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Rake?

In December, in Rake, the average high-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 16.3°F (-8.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rake?

The average relative humidity in December in Rake is 86%.

How much does it rain in Rake in December?

In Rake, in December, it is raining for 4.9 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Rake?

In Rake, Iowa, in December, snow falls for 13.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.62" (92mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rake?

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

How many hours of daylight does Rake have in December?

In Rake, Iowa, the average day length in December is 9h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Rake?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rake have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Rake, Iowa, is 4.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Rake?

In Rake, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Rake, IA

Average temperature in December - Rake, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in December
Rake, IA

Average pressure in December - Rake, 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
Rake, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Rake, IA

Average humidity in December - Rake, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Rake, IA

Average rainfall in December - Rake, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Rake, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Rake, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rake, IA

Average snowfall in December - Rake, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rake, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Rake, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rake, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Rake, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Rake, IA

Average UV index in December - Rake, 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 and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Rake, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Rake, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Rake, IA

Average visibility in December - Rake, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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