Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
December is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a chilly 46.4°F (8°C) in November to an icy 32.5°F (0.3°C). Sheldahl records an average low of 21.4°F (-5.9°C) throughout the nights in December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Sheldahl is 80%.Rainfall
In Sheldahl, Iowa, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sheldahl, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.4 days and collects up to 29.65" (753mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Sheldahl, in December, snow falls for 9.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.91" (74mm) of snow. In Sheldahl, during the entire year, snow falls for 44 days and aggregates up to 16.65" (423mm) 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 7:23 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 4.6h.UV index
January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Sheldahl. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Average temperature in December
Sheldahl, IA
- Average high temperature in December: 32.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 21.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Sheldahl, 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
Sheldahl, IA
- Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).
Average humidity in December
Sheldahl, IA
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Sheldahl, IA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.42"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").
Average rainfall days in December
Sheldahl, IA
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Sheldahl, IA
- Average snowfall in December: 2.91"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Sheldahl, IA
- Average snowfall days in December: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sheldahl, IA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Sheldahl, IA
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Sheldahl, 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, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Sheldahl, IA
- Average cloud cover in December: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Sheldahl, IA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).
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