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
As Sioux Rapids steps into December, a marked temperature drop is observed, with the average high-temperature reducing from November's chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) to a freezing cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C). An average minimum temperature of 18.5°F (-7.5°C) marks the month of December in Sioux Rapids, Iowa.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Sioux Rapids is 83%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sioux Rapids, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.3 days and collects up to 23.58" (599mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sioux Rapids, Iowa, there are 46.1 snowfall days, and 19.06" (484mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, in Sioux Rapids, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Sioux Rapids, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.UV index
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the month with the shortest days in Sioux Rapids?
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What is the UV index intensity in December in Sioux Rapids?
Average temperature in December
Sioux Rapids, IA
- Average high temperature in December: 28.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 18.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Sioux Rapids, 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
Sioux Rapids, IA
- Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Sioux Rapids, IA
- Average humidity in December: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (68%).
Average rainfall in December
Sioux Rapids, IA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.26"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").
Average rainfall days in December
Sioux Rapids, IA
- Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Sioux Rapids, IA
- Average snowfall in December: 2.72"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Sioux Rapids, IA
- Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sioux Rapids, IA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Sioux Rapids, IA
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Sioux Rapids, IA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Sioux Rapids, IA
- Average cloud cover in December: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Sioux Rapids, 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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