December weather forecast
Waucoma, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Waucoma, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and min 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a shift in temperature, down from an icy 42.6°F (5.9°C) in November to a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C). During December, Waucoma sees a mean low-temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Waucoma, during December, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.5 rainfall days, and 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Waucoma are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 13.1 days. Throughout December, 5.04" (128mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 59.9 snowfall days, and 24.84" (631mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Waucoma in December has an average high-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Waucoma?

In Waucoma, Iowa, in December, during 5.8 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Waucoma, in December, during 13.1 snowfall days, 5.04" (128mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Waucoma?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Waucoma have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Waucoma, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Waucoma, IA

Average pressure in December - Waucoma, 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
Waucoma, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Waucoma, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Waucoma, IA

Average rainfall in December - Waucoma, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5.08").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in December
Waucoma, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Waucoma, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Waucoma, IA

Average snowfall in December - Waucoma, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Waucoma, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Waucoma, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Waucoma, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Waucoma, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Waucoma, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Waucoma, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Waucoma, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Waucoma, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Waucoma, IA

Average visibility in December - Waucoma, 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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