December weather forecast
Remsen, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Remsen, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C) in November to a freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C). Remsen's temperature in December lowers to a consistent average of 18.1°F (-7.7°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Remsen is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, in Remsen, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 116.2 rainfall days, and 22.05" (560mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated. In Remsen, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.2 days and aggregates up to 14.76" (375mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Remsen is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Remsen is 4.6h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Remsen in December?

In Remsen, 29.3°F (-1.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 18.1°F (-7.7°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Remsen?

In December, the average relative humidity in Remsen, Iowa, is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Remsen?

In December, in Remsen, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Remsen?

In December, in Remsen, Iowa, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Remsen?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Remsen.

How many hours of daylight does Remsen have in December?

In December, the average day length in Remsen is 9h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Remsen?

On the first day of December in Remsen, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Remsen have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Remsen is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Remsen?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Remsen, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Remsen?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Remsen, IA

Average temperature in December - Remsen, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Remsen, IA

Average pressure in December - Remsen, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Remsen, IA

Average wind speed in December - Remsen, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Remsen, IA

Average humidity in December - Remsen, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Remsen, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Remsen, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Remsen, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Remsen, IA

Average snowfall in December - Remsen, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Remsen, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Remsen, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Remsen, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Remsen, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Remsen, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Remsen, IA

Average UV index in December - Remsen, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Remsen, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Remsen, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Remsen, IA

Average visibility in December - Remsen, 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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