December weather forecast
Tripoli, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Tripoli, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 19.4°F (-7°C) and max 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 43°F (6.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C). Tripoli reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 19.4°F (-7°C) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, in Tripoli, the rain falls for 6.4 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Tripoli, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.8 days and collects up to 30.79" (782mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Tripoli are January through May, October through December. In Tripoli, in December, during 12.5 snowfall days, 4.61" (117mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 55.9 snowfall days, and 23.46" (596mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Tripoli.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Tripoli, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Tripoli, Iowa. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Tripoli?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and 19.4°F (-7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Tripoli?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Tripoli?

In Tripoli, in December, during 6.4 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Tripoli?

In Tripoli, Iowa, during December, snow falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Tripoli?

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

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

In Tripoli, the average day length in December is 9h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Tripoli?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Tripoli have in December?

In Tripoli, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Tripoli?

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

Average temperature in December - Tripoli, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Tripoli, IA

Average pressure in December - Tripoli, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Tripoli, IA

Average wind speed in December - Tripoli, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Tripoli, IA

Average humidity in December - Tripoli, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Tripoli, IA

Average rainfall in December - Tripoli, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5.04").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Tripoli, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Tripoli, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tripoli, IA

Average snowfall in December - Tripoli, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tripoli, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Tripoli, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tripoli, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tripoli, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Tripoli, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Tripoli, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Tripoli, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Tripoli, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Tripoli, IA

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

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

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