December weather forecast
Ringsted, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Ringsted, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

Temperature

December indicates a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, moving down from a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C) in November to a freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). In Ringsted, December is marked by an average low-temperature of 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Ringsted, Iowa, in December, during 4.4 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ringsted, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.7 days and collects up to 23.66" (601mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Ringsted. In Ringsted, during December, snow falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.8 snowfall days, and 19.76" (502mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Ringsted is 4.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Ringsted?

In December, in Ringsted, the average high-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ringsted?

In Ringsted, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ringsted?

In Ringsted, in December, during 4.4 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Ringsted?

In Ringsted, during December, snow falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ringsted?

December has the shortest days of the year in Ringsted, Iowa, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ringsted?

On the first day of December in Ringsted, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ringsted have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Ringsted is 4.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Ringsted?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ringsted, IA

Average temperature in December - Ringsted, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Ringsted, IA

Average pressure in December - Ringsted, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ringsted, IA

Average wind speed in December - Ringsted, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Ringsted, IA

Average humidity in December - Ringsted, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Ringsted, IA

Average rainfall in December - Ringsted, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Ringsted, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Ringsted, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ringsted, IA

Average snowfall in December - Ringsted, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ringsted, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Ringsted, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ringsted, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ringsted, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Ringsted, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Ringsted, IA

Average UV index in December - Ringsted, 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 and February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Ringsted, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Ringsted, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Ringsted, IA

Average visibility in December - Ringsted, 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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