December weather forecast
Westfield, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Westfield, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and 18°F (-7.8°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a clear reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C). An average low-temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Westfield is 82%.

Rainfall

In Westfield, in December, during 4.9 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 134.3 rainfall days, and 24.45" (621mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 10 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is accumulated. In Westfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.8 days and aggregates up to 16.22" (412mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Westfield, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

In Westfield, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Westfield, is 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 18°F (-7.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Westfield is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Westfield, Iowa, in December, during 10 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Westfield, 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 UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Westfield, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Westfield, IA

Average pressure in December - Westfield, 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
Westfield, IA

Average wind speed in December - Westfield, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Westfield, IA

Average humidity in December - Westfield, 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 (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Westfield, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Westfield, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Westfield, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Westfield, IA

Average snowfall in December - Westfield, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Westfield, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Westfield, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10 days

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

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Westfield, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Westfield, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Westfield, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Westfield, IA

Average UV index in December - Westfield, 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 January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Westfield, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Westfield, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Westfield, IA

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

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

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