December weather forecast
Stanton, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Stanton, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and an average low of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C) in November to a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C). Stanton experiences an average nighttime temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Stanton, during December, the rain falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 117.2 rainfall days, and 21.77" (553mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Stanton, in December, during 4.8 snowfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 26.7 snowfall days, and 9.76" (248mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Stanton, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Stanton, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Stanton, is 34.7°F (1.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 22.1°F (-5.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Stanton, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Stanton?

In Stanton, in December, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Stanton, in December, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Stanton?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Stanton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Stanton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Stanton, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Stanton, IA

Average pressure in December - Stanton, 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
Stanton, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Stanton, IA

Average humidity in December - Stanton, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Stanton, IA

Average rainfall in December - Stanton, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Stanton, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Stanton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Stanton, IA

Average snowfall in December - Stanton, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Stanton, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Stanton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stanton, 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: 4h and 5min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Stanton, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Stanton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Stanton, IA

Average UV index in December - Stanton, 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
Stanton, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Stanton, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Stanton, IA

Average visibility in December - Stanton, 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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