December weather forecast
Whiting, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Whiting, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and an average low of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Whiting experiences a noticeable temperature shift, with the average high-temperature receding from a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to an icy 32.2°F (0.1°C). During the nights in December, Whiting experiences a consistent average temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Whiting is 79%.

Rainfall

In Whiting, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. In Whiting, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.6 days and collects up to 21.89" (556mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Whiting, in December, during 7 snowfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Whiting, there are 32.9 snowfall days, and 11.69" (297mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Whiting is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Whiting is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Whiting, Iowa, are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Whiting in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and a low-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Whiting?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Whiting?

In December, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Whiting in December?

In Whiting, in December, snow falls for 7 days, with typically accumulated 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Whiting?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Whiting, Iowa.

How many hours of daylight does Whiting have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Whiting?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in Whiting, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Whiting have in December?

In Whiting, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Whiting?

The months with the lowest UV index in Whiting, Iowa, are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Whiting?

In Whiting, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Whiting, IA

Average temperature in December - Whiting, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Whiting, IA

Average pressure in December - Whiting, 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
Whiting, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Whiting, IA

Average humidity in December - Whiting, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Whiting, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Whiting, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Whiting, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Whiting, IA

Average snowfall in December - Whiting, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Whiting, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Whiting, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Whiting, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Whiting, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Whiting, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Whiting, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Whiting, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Whiting, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Whiting, IA

Average visibility in December - Whiting, 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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