December weather forecast
Whittier, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Whittier, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

December comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C) to a wintry 32.4°F (0.2°C). Whittier encounters an average low-temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Whittier, in December, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Whittier, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.5 days and collects up to 27.68" (703mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is accumulated. In Whittier, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.8 days and aggregates up to 15.16" (385mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Whittier experiences an average high-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and a low-temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Whittier, during December, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Whittier, during December, snow falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Whittier have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Whittier?

The average sunshine duration in December in Whittier is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Whittier, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Whittier, IA

Average temperature in December - Whittier, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Whittier, IA

Average pressure in December - Whittier, 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
Whittier, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Whittier, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Whittier, IA

Average rainfall in December - Whittier, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Whittier, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Whittier, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Whittier, IA

Average snowfall in December - Whittier, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Whittier, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Whittier, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Whittier, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Whittier, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Whittier, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Whittier, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Whittier, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Whittier, 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 August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Whittier, IA

Average visibility in December - Whittier, 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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