December weather forecast
Woodward, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Woodward, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 21.4°F (-5.9°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December corresponds with a decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a wintry 32.5°F (0.3°C) from a chilly 46.4°F (8°C). Woodward, during the nights of December, experiences an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Woodward, during December, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. In Woodward, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.8 days and collects up to 26.57" (675mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Woodward, in December, snow falls for 7.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.93" (49mm) of snow. In Woodward, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.3 days and aggregates up to 13.27" (337mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Woodward, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Woodward, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Woodward, is 32.5°F (0.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 21.4°F (-5.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Woodward, in December, during 5.2 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Woodward, Iowa, in December, during 7.4 snowfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Woodward, IA

Average temperature in December - Woodward, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Woodward, IA

Average pressure in December - Woodward, 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
Woodward, IA

Average wind speed in December - Woodward, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Woodward, IA

Average humidity in December - Woodward, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Woodward, IA

Average rainfall in December - Woodward, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Woodward, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Woodward, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Woodward, IA

Average snowfall in December - Woodward, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Woodward, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Woodward, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Woodward, 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Woodward, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Woodward, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Woodward, IA

Average UV index in December - Woodward, 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
Woodward, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Woodward, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

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
Woodward, IA

Average visibility in December - Woodward, 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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