December weather forecast
Redding, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Redding, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and an average high of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

Transition into December marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C) in November to an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C). The nighttime temperature in Redding, Iowa, dips to a subzero cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C) on average during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in Redding are February and December Rain falls for 5.4 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Redding, in December, snow falls for 5.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Redding, there are 28.7 snowfall days, and 11.85" (301mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Redding is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Redding?

In December, in Redding, the average high-temperature is 35.2°F (1.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.2°F (-4.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Redding?

In December, the average relative humidity in Redding is 78%.

What is the driest month in Redding?

February and December are months with the least rain in Redding when the rain falls for 5.4 days and typically aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Redding in December?

In December, in Redding, the rain falls for 5.4 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Redding?

In Redding, in December, snow falls for 5.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Redding?

The month with the shortest days in Redding is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Redding?

The average day length in December in Redding, Iowa, is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Redding?

On the first day of December in Redding, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Redding have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Redding is 5h.

How high is the UV index in December in Redding?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Redding is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Redding, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Redding, IA

Average pressure in December - Redding, 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
Redding, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Redding, IA

Average humidity in December - Redding, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Redding, IA

Average rainfall in December - Redding, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.86").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Redding, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Redding, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Redding, IA

Average snowfall in December - Redding, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Redding, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Redding, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.8 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
Redding, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Redding, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Redding, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Redding, IA

Average UV index in December - Redding, 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
Redding, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Redding, 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 28).

Average visibility in December
Redding, IA

Average visibility in December - Redding, 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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