December weather forecast
Zaneta, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Zaneta, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 44.6°F (7°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C). In Zaneta, in December, the average low-temperature is 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Zaneta is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.2 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 132.9 rainfall days, and 27.6" (701mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Zaneta are January through May, October through December. In Zaneta, Iowa, during December, snow falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 43.1 snowfall days, and 15.91" (404mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Zaneta, Iowa, is 4.3h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Zaneta is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Zaneta?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Zaneta are 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and 20.5°F (-6.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Zaneta?

The average relative humidity in December in Zaneta, Iowa, is 82%.

How much does it rain in Zaneta in December?

In Zaneta, in December, during 6.2 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Zaneta?

In December, it is snowing for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Zaneta?

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

How many hours of daylight does Zaneta have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Zaneta?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Zaneta?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

How high is the UV index in December in Zaneta?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Zaneta, Iowa, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Zaneta, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Zaneta, IA

Average pressure in December - Zaneta, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Zaneta, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Zaneta, IA

Average humidity in December - Zaneta, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Zaneta, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Zaneta, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Zaneta, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Zaneta, IA

Average snowfall in December - Zaneta, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Zaneta, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Zaneta, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Zaneta, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Zaneta, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Zaneta, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Zaneta, IA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Zaneta, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Zaneta, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Zaneta, IA

Average visibility in December - Zaneta, 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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