December weather forecast
Winkelmans, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Winkelmans, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32°F (0°C) and an average low of 21°F (-6.1°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) in November to a cold 32°F (0°C). December witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C) in Winkelmans.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Winkelmans is 80%.

Rainfall

In Winkelmans, in December, it is raining for 4.8 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 125.7 rainfall days, and 26.5" (673mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Winkelmans, in December, during 8.3 snowfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Winkelmans, there are 38.1 snowfall days, and 15.31" (389mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Winkelmans, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Winkelmans, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Winkelmans are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Winkelmans?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Winkelmans are 32°F (0°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Winkelmans?

The average relative humidity in December in Winkelmans, Iowa, is 80%.

How much does it rain in Winkelmans in December?

In Winkelmans, during December, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Winkelmans?

In Winkelmans, during December, snow falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Winkelmans?

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

How many hours of daylight does Winkelmans have in December?

In Winkelmans, Iowa, the average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Winkelmans?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Winkelmans have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Winkelmans, Iowa, is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Winkelmans?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Winkelmans?

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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Winkelmans, IA

Average temperature in December - Winkelmans, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°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 (13.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Winkelmans, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Winkelmans, IA

Average wind speed in December - Winkelmans, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Winkelmans, IA

Average humidity in December - Winkelmans, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Winkelmans, IA

Average rainfall in December - Winkelmans, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Winkelmans, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Winkelmans, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Winkelmans, IA

Average snowfall in December - Winkelmans, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Winkelmans, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Winkelmans, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Winkelmans, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Winkelmans, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Winkelmans, IA

Average UV index in December - Winkelmans, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Winkelmans, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Winkelmans, IA

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

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

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