December weather forecast
Saint Charles, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Saint Charles, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and an average high of 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to a cold 34.3°F (1.3°C). In Saint Charles, December nights cool down to an average of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Saint Charles, in December, during 5.9 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 133 rainfall days, and 26.14" (664mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Saint Charles, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.97" (50mm) of snow. In Saint Charles, during the entire year, snow falls for 35 days and aggregates up to 15.04" (382mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Saint Charles. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Saint Charles, is 34.3°F (1.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 22.5°F (-5.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Saint Charles?

In Saint Charles, in December, during 5.9 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Saint Charles?

In December, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) 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 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 15min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Saint Charles, IA

Average temperature in December - Saint Charles, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Saint Charles, IA

Average pressure in December - Saint Charles, 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
Saint Charles, IA

Average wind speed in December - Saint Charles, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Saint Charles, IA

Average humidity in December - Saint Charles, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Saint Charles, IA

Average rainfall in December - Saint Charles, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

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

Average rainfall days in December
Saint Charles, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Saint Charles, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Saint Charles, IA

Average snowfall in December - Saint Charles, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Saint Charles, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Saint Charles, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Saint Charles, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saint Charles, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Saint Charles, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Saint Charles, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Saint Charles, IA

Average UV index in December - Saint Charles, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Saint Charles, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Saint Charles, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Saint Charles, IA

Average visibility in December - Saint Charles, 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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