December weather forecast
Worthington, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Worthington, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) to a freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C). Worthington's temperature drops to an average low of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In Worthington, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Worthington, in December, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 150.8 rainfall days, and 32.4" (823mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Worthington, in December, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.37" (111mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 53.4 snowfall days, and 22.4" (569mm) 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 7:14 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and 20.7°F (-6.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Worthington?

In Worthington, in December, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Worthington, in December, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

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 Worthington have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Worthington have in December?

In Worthington, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Worthington are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Worthington, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Worthington, IA

Average pressure in December - Worthington, 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
Worthington, IA

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

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 (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Worthington, IA

Average humidity in December - Worthington, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Worthington, IA

Average rainfall in December - Worthington, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

Average rainfall days in December
Worthington, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Worthington, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Worthington, IA

Average snowfall in December - Worthington, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.37"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Worthington, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14 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
Worthington, IA

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Worthington, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Worthington, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Worthington, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Worthington, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Worthington, IA

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

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

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