December weather forecast
Wheatland, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wheatland, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and an average high of 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 46.4°F (8°C) to a cold 34°F (1.1°C). In December, Wheatland experiences an average nighttime temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Wheatland, Iowa, in December, during 7 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 151.1 rainfall days, and 31.14" (791mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Wheatland, Iowa, in December, during 8.6 snowfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Wheatland, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.2 days and aggregates up to 16.54" (420mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days 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 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Wheatland is 4.4h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Wheatland. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Wheatland in December?

December temperatures in Wheatland vary between a high-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C) and a low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wheatland?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Wheatland?

In Wheatland, Iowa, in December, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Wheatland in December?

In Wheatland, Iowa, in December, snow falls for 8.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wheatland?

The month with the shortest days in Wheatland, Iowa, is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Wheatland have in December?

The average day length in December in Wheatland is 9h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Wheatland?

On the first day of December in Wheatland, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wheatland have in December?

In Wheatland, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Wheatland?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Wheatland?

In Wheatland, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Wheatland, IA

Average temperature in December - Wheatland, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Wheatland, IA

Average pressure in December - Wheatland, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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
Wheatland, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Wheatland, IA

Average humidity in December - Wheatland, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Wheatland, IA

Average rainfall in December - Wheatland, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Wheatland, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Wheatland, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wheatland, IA

Average snowfall in December - Wheatland, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wheatland, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Wheatland, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 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
Wheatland, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wheatland, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wheatland, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Wheatland, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Wheatland, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Wheatland, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Wheatland, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Wheatland, IA

Average visibility in December - Wheatland, 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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