December weather forecast
River Junction, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in River Junction, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 34°F (1.1°C) and min 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Temperature

The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a cold 34°F (1.1°C) from November's frosty 46.4°F (8°C). An average minimum temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) is recorded during the month of December.

Humidity

In River Junction, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In River Junction, in December, during 7 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 140.4 rainfall days, and 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In River Junction, during December, snow falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow. In River Junction, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.7 days and aggregates up to 16.42" (417mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

In River Junction, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in River Junction?

During December, River Junction experiences an average high-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C) and a low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In River Junction, in December, during 7 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In River Junction, in December, snow falls for 8.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

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 December, the average day length is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
River Junction, IA

Average temperature in December - River Junction, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.8°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 (15.3°F).

Average pressure in December
River Junction, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
River Junction, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in December
River Junction, IA

Average humidity in December - River Junction, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
River Junction, IA

Average rainfall in December - River Junction, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.69").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.34").

Average rainfall days in December
River Junction, IA

Average rainfall days in December - River Junction, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5 days).

Average snowfall in December
River Junction, IA

Average snowfall in December - River Junction, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
River Junction, IA

Average snowfall days in December - River Junction, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
River Junction, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
River Junction, IA

Average sunshine days in December - River Junction, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

Average UV index in December
River Junction, IA

Average UV index in December - River Junction, 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 January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
River Junction, IA

Average cloud cover in December - River Junction, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
River Junction, IA

Average visibility in December - River Junction, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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