December weather forecast
Sidney, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sidney, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 23°F (-5°C).

Temperature

Onset of December witnesses a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) in November to a cold 35.2°F (1.8°C). In the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 23°F (-5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Sidney, in December, during 5.1 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sidney, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.6 days and collects up to 26.14" (664mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sidney, in December, during 5.6 snowfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Sidney, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.3 days and aggregates up to 10.71" (272mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Sidney, the average high-temperature is 35.2°F (1.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 23°F (-5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Sidney, during December, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Sidney in December?

In Sidney, in December, snow falls for 5.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sidney?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sidney have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sidney have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

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 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
Sidney, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in December
Sidney, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sidney, IA

Average wind speed in December - Sidney, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

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

Average humidity in December
Sidney, IA

Average humidity in December - Sidney, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Sidney, IA

Average rainfall in December - Sidney, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Sidney, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Sidney, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sidney, IA

Average snowfall in December - Sidney, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sidney, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Sidney, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sidney, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sidney, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Sidney, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Sidney, IA

Average UV index in December - Sidney, 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
Sidney, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Sidney, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Sidney, IA

Average visibility in December - Sidney, 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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