December weather forecast
Welton, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Welton, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.4°F (0.8°C) and min 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Temperature

Welton's transition into December involves a shift in temperature, receding from a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C) in November to an icy 33.4°F (0.8°C). Welton's average low-temperature for the month of December records at a subzero cold 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Welton, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Welton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.1 days and collects up to 28.35" (720mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Welton, Iowa, in December, during 8.5 snowfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 39.7 snowfall days, and 15.67" (398mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Welton is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Welton, records 33.4°F (0.8°C), while the low-temperature is 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Welton, in December, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Welton, Iowa, in December, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.28" (58mm) 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 in Welton.

How many hours of daylight does Welton have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Welton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Welton, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Welton, IA

Average pressure in December - Welton, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Welton, IA

Average wind speed in December - Welton, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Welton, IA

Average humidity in December - Welton, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Welton, IA

Average rainfall in December - Welton, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Welton, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Welton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Welton, IA

Average snowfall in December - Welton, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Welton, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Welton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Welton, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Welton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Welton, IA

Average UV index in December - Welton, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Welton, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Welton, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Welton, IA

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

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

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