December weather forecast
Silver City, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Silver City, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and an average high of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a clear drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) to a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C). Silver City anticipates an average minimum temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Silver City is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, in Silver City, the rain falls for 5.2 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 129.5 rainfall days, and 27.48" (698mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 31.3 snowfall days, and 12.56" (319mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Silver City, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Silver City, is 34.7°F (1.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 22.5°F (-5.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 5.2 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Silver City, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

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?

In Silver City, the average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Silver City have in December?

In Silver City, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What are the months 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?

In Silver City, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Silver City, IA

Average temperature in December - Silver City, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Silver City, IA

Average pressure in December - Silver City, 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
Silver City, IA

Average wind speed in December - Silver City, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Silver City, IA

Average humidity in December - Silver City, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Silver City, IA

Average rainfall in December - Silver City, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Silver City, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Silver City, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Silver City, IA

Average snowfall in December - Silver City, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Silver City, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Silver City, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Silver City, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Silver City, 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: 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 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Silver City, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Silver City, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Silver City, IA

Average UV index in December - Silver City, 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
Silver City, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Silver City, 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
Silver City, IA

Average visibility in December - Silver City, 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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