December weather forecast
Whittemore, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Whittemore, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and min 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature decreases considerably from a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C). December's average low-temperature reading settles at a still freezing cold 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, in Whittemore, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Whittemore, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.5 days and collects up to 11.69" (297mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 8 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.9 snowfall days, and 8.43" (214mm) 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 7:30 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Whittemore, is 28.2°F (-2.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 17.8°F (-7.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Whittemore?

In Whittemore, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Whittemore, in December, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Whittemore have in December?

The average day length in December in Whittemore is 9h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Whittemore have in December?

In Whittemore, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Whittemore, IA

Average temperature in December - Whittemore, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Whittemore, IA

Average pressure in December - Whittemore, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Whittemore, IA

Average wind speed in December - Whittemore, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Whittemore, IA

Average humidity in December - Whittemore, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Whittemore, IA

Average rainfall in December - Whittemore, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Whittemore, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Whittemore, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Whittemore, IA

Average snowfall in December - Whittemore, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Whittemore, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Whittemore, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Whittemore, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Whittemore, 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: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Whittemore, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Whittemore, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Whittemore, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Whittemore, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Whittemore, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Whittemore, IA

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

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

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