December weather forecast
Scarville, IA

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

Scarville's weather in December is characterized by a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, reducing from an icy 41.7°F (5.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). Throughout the month of December, Scarville reports a steady low-temperature average of 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

Humidity

In Scarville, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 138.3 rainfall days, and 28.15" (715mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Scarville. In Scarville, in December, during 13.7 snowfall days, 4.76" (121mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Scarville, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.9 days and aggregates up to 28.23" (717mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Scarville, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Scarville, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Scarville is 3.8h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Scarville in December?

The high-temperature during December is 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and the low-temperature is 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Scarville?

In December, the average relative humidity in Scarville, Iowa, is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Scarville?

In Scarville, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Scarville in December?

In Scarville, in December, during 13.7 snowfall days, 4.76" (121mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Scarville?

The month with the shortest days in Scarville, Iowa, is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Scarville have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Scarville?

On the first day of December in Scarville, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Scarville have in December?

In Scarville, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Scarville?

The months with the lowest UV index in Scarville, Iowa, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Scarville?

In Scarville, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading 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
Scarville, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.7°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 (9.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Scarville, IA

Average pressure in December - Scarville, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Scarville, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Scarville, IA

Average humidity in December - Scarville, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Scarville, IA

Average rainfall in December - Scarville, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Scarville, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Scarville, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Scarville, IA

Average snowfall in December - Scarville, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Scarville, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Scarville, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Scarville, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Scarville, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Scarville, IA

Average UV index in December - Scarville, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Scarville, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Scarville, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Scarville, IA

Average visibility in December - Scarville, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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