December weather forecast
Waverly, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Waverly, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 30.2°F (-1°C) and 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature shows a decrease, transitioning from a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C) in November to a freezing cold 30.2°F (-1°C). Waverly, in December, observes a steady average low-temperature of 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Waverly, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. In Waverly, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.7 days and collects up to 28.78" (731mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Waverly, in December, snow falls for 9.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.39" (86mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 43.6 snowfall days, and 19.25" (489mm) 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 7:21 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Waverly?

The high-temperature, in December, in Waverly, records 30.2°F (-1°C), while the low-temperature is 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Waverly, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Waverly, in December, during 5.7 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Waverly in December?

In Waverly, during December, snow falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Waverly?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate 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
Waverly, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Waverly, IA

Average pressure in December - Waverly, 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
Waverly, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Waverly, IA

Average humidity in December - Waverly, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Waverly, IA

Average rainfall in December - Waverly, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Waverly, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Waverly, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Waverly, IA

Average snowfall in December - Waverly, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Waverly, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Waverly, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Waverly, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Waverly, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Waverly, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Waverly, IA

Average UV index in December - Waverly, 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
Waverly, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Waverly, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Waverly, IA

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

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

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