December weather forecast
Somers, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Somers, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19.6°F (-6.9°C) and an average high of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

As November shifts into December, a slight alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a frosty 45°F (7.2°C) to a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). An average low-temperature of 19.6°F (-6.9°C) is expected in Somers, Iowa, during December.

Humidity

In Somers, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Somers, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Somers, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128 days and collects up to 26.18" (665mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Somers, in December, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.52" (64mm) of snow. In Somers, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.2 days and aggregates up to 17.64" (448mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and 19.6°F (-6.9°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Somers, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Somers in December?

In Somers, in December, during 8.5 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Somers have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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
Somers, IA

Average temperature in December - Somers, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Somers, IA

Average pressure in December - Somers, 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
Somers, IA

Average wind speed in December - Somers, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Somers, IA

Average humidity in December - Somers, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Somers, IA

Average rainfall in December - Somers, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Somers, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Somers, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Somers, IA

Average snowfall in December - Somers, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Somers, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Somers, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Somers, 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 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
Somers, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Somers, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Somers, IA

Average UV index in December - Somers, 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
Somers, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Somers, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Somers, IA

Average visibility in December - Somers, 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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