December weather forecast
Turin, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Turin, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.2°F (0.1°C) and 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a noticeable temperature drop, falling from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to a wintry 32.2°F (0.1°C). Turin in December anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Humidity

In Turin, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Turin, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 117.6 rainfall days, and 21.89" (556mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 7 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated. In Turin, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.9 days and aggregates up to 11.69" (297mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Turin.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 32.2°F (0.1°C) and the low-temperature is 20.3°F (-6.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Turin, Iowa, in December, snow falls for 7 days, with typically accumulated 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Turin have in December?

In Turin, the average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Turin have in December?

In Turin, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Turin, Iowa, are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Turin is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Turin, IA

Average temperature in December - Turin, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Turin, IA

Average pressure in December - Turin, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Turin, IA

Average wind speed in December - Turin, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Turin, IA

Average humidity in December - Turin, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Turin, IA

Average rainfall in December - Turin, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Turin, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Turin, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Turin, IA

Average snowfall in December - Turin, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Turin, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Turin, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Turin, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Turin, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Turin, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Turin, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Turin, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Turin, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Turin, IA

Average visibility in December - Turin, 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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