December weather forecast
Shambaugh, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Shambaugh, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and an average low of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Temperature

December suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to a cold 35.2°F (1.8°C). Shambaugh's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Shambaugh is 78%.

Rainfall

In Shambaugh, Iowa, in December, during 4.3 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Shambaugh, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.9 days and collects up to 18.39" (467mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Shambaugh are January through April, October through December. In Shambaugh, during December, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Shambaugh, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.2 days and aggregates up to 7.4" (188mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Shambaugh, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Shambaugh in December?

Shambaugh in December has an average high-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Shambaugh?

The average relative humidity in December in Shambaugh is 78%.

How much does it rain in Shambaugh in December?

In Shambaugh, in December, it is raining for 4.3 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Shambaugh?

In Shambaugh, in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shambaugh?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Shambaugh.

How many hours of daylight does Shambaugh have in December?

In Shambaugh, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Shambaugh?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Shambaugh have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Shambaugh, Iowa, is 5h.

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

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Shambaugh, Iowa.

How high is the UV index in December in Shambaugh?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Shambaugh, IA

Average temperature in December - Shambaugh, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Shambaugh, IA

Average pressure in December - Shambaugh, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Shambaugh, IA

Average wind speed in December - Shambaugh, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Shambaugh, IA

Average humidity in December - Shambaugh, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Shambaugh, IA

Average rainfall in December - Shambaugh, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Shambaugh, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Shambaugh, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shambaugh, IA

Average snowfall in December - Shambaugh, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Shambaugh, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Shambaugh, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Shambaugh, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Shambaugh, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Shambaugh, IA

Average UV index in December - Shambaugh, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Shambaugh, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Shambaugh, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Shambaugh, IA

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

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

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