December weather forecast
Sunbury, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Sunbury, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34°F (1.1°C) and an average low of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's chilly 46.4°F (8°C) to an icy 34°F (1.1°C). Throughout the month of December, Sunbury sees a steady low-temperature average of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Sunbury is 81%.

Rainfall

In Sunbury, during December, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. In Sunbury, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.9 days and collects up to 27.95" (710mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Sunbury, Iowa, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated. In Sunbury, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.1 days and aggregates up to 12.8" (325mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Sunbury, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Sunbury. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Sunbury?

In December, in Sunbury, the average high-temperature is 34°F (1.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.2°F (-4.9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sunbury?

The average relative humidity in December in Sunbury is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Sunbury?

In December, in Sunbury, Iowa, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Sunbury?

In Sunbury, Iowa, in December, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sunbury?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Sunbury?

The average day length in December in Sunbury, Iowa, is 9h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sunbury?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sunbury, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Sunbury?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sunbury?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Sunbury?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Sunbury is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sunbury, IA

Average temperature in December - Sunbury, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34°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 (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Sunbury, IA

Average pressure in December - Sunbury, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sunbury, IA

Average wind speed in December - Sunbury, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Sunbury, IA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Sunbury, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Sunbury, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Sunbury, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sunbury, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sunbury, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Sunbury, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Sunbury, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sunbury, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sunbury, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Sunbury, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Sunbury, IA

Average UV index in December - Sunbury, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Sunbury, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Sunbury, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Sunbury, IA

Average visibility in December - Sunbury, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).

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