December weather forecast
Wall Lake, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wall Lake, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December sees a distinct decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C) to a freezing cold 30.2°F (-1°C). In the month of December, Wall Lake's average low-temperature falls to 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Wall Lake, in December, it is raining for 4 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Wall Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.9 days and collects up to 15.04" (382mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Wall Lake are January through May, October through December. In Wall Lake, in December, during 7.6 snowfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 35.1 snowfall days, and 7.99" (203mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Wall Lake is 4.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 30.2°F (-1°C) and 20.1°F (-6.6°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Wall Lake, in December, during 4 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Wall Lake in December?

In Wall Lake, in December, during 7.6 snowfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Wall Lake have in December?

In Wall Lake, the average day length in December is 9h and 9min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Wall Lake?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Wall Lake, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

How high is the UV index in December in Wall Lake?

In Wall Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Wall Lake, IA

Average temperature in December - Wall Lake, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Wall Lake, IA

Average pressure in December - Wall Lake, 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
Wall Lake, IA

Average wind speed in December - Wall Lake, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Wall Lake, IA

Average humidity in December - Wall Lake, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Wall Lake, IA

Average rainfall in December - Wall Lake, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Wall Lake, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Wall Lake, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wall Lake, IA

Average snowfall in December - Wall Lake, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Wall Lake, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Wall Lake, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Wall Lake, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wall Lake, 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 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 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wall Lake, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Wall Lake, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Wall Lake, IA

Average UV index in December - Wall Lake, 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
Wall Lake, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Wall Lake, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Wall Lake, IA

Average visibility in December - Wall Lake, 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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