December weather forecast
Rhodes, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Rhodes, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and an average low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Temperature

Rhodes in December undergoes a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C) to a cold 32.5°F (0.3°C). Rhodes throughout December, records an average low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Humidity

In Rhodes, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Rhodes, in December, during 3.7 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rhodes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102 days and collects up to 10.59" (269mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rhodes, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 29.9 snowfall days, and 4.92" (125mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and a low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Rhodes, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Rhodes, Iowa, in December, during 3.7 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Rhodes, Iowa, the average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index 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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Rhodes, IA

Average temperature in December - Rhodes, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Rhodes, IA

Average pressure in December - Rhodes, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Rhodes, IA

Average wind speed in December - Rhodes, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Rhodes, IA

Average humidity in December - Rhodes, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Rhodes, IA

Average rainfall in December - Rhodes, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.69").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Rhodes, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Rhodes, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rhodes, IA

Average snowfall in December - Rhodes, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rhodes, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Rhodes, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rhodes, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Rhodes, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Rhodes, IA

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

Average cloud cover in December
Rhodes, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Rhodes, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Rhodes, IA

Average visibility in December - Rhodes, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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