December weather forecast
Rinard, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Rinard, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19.6°F (-6.9°C) and an average high of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

In the transition to December, Rinard observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 45°F (7.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 19.6°F (-6.9°C) in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rinard, Iowa, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rinard, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128 days and collects up to 26.18" (665mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rinard, in December, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.52" (64mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.2 snowfall days, and 17.64" (448mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

In Rinard, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and a low-temperature of 19.6°F (-6.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Rinard?

In December, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Rinard, in December, during 8.5 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length in Rinard is 9h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Rinard?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rinard have in December?

In Rinard, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Rinard, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rinard, IA

Average temperature in December - Rinard, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.7°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 (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Rinard, IA

Average pressure in December - Rinard, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Rinard, IA

Average wind speed in December - Rinard, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Rinard, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Rinard, IA

Average rainfall in December - Rinard, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Rinard, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Rinard, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rinard, IA

Average snowfall in December - Rinard, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rinard, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Rinard, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rinard, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rinard, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Rinard, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Rinard, IA

Average UV index in December - Rinard, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Rinard, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Rinard, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Rinard, IA

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

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

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