December weather forecast
Randolph, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Randolph, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23°F (-5°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December, falling from November's chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) to a wintry 35.2°F (1.8°C). Throughout the December nights, Randolph encounters a low-temperature of 23°F (-5°C).

Humidity

In Randolph, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Randolph, in December, during 5.1 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Randolph, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.6 days and collects up to 26.14" (664mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 5.6 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 29.3 snowfall days, and 10.71" (272mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Randolph, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Randolph, is 35.2°F (1.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 23°F (-5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Randolph?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Randolph, 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 Randolph, during December, snow falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Randolph have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 18min.

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 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Randolph, IA

Average temperature in December - Randolph, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in December
Randolph, IA

Average pressure in December - Randolph, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Randolph, IA

Average wind speed in December - Randolph, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Randolph, IA

Average humidity in December - Randolph, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Randolph, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Randolph, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Randolph, IA

Average snowfall in December - Randolph, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Randolph, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Randolph, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Randolph, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Randolph, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Randolph, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Randolph, IA

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

Average cloud cover in December
Randolph, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Randolph, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Randolph, IA

Average visibility in December - Randolph, 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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