December weather forecast
Zearing, IA

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Weather in December

As the year draws to a close, December brings back the harsh winter weather to Zearing. With a significant drop from November’s temperatures, December's highs reach only as much as 32.4°F (0.2°C), while lows can plunge down to 21.2°F (-6°C). Snowfall starts to dominate the scene, turning Zearing into a winter wonderland once again. This period forms a full circle, ending the weather cycle in anticipation of a new year.

Temperature

The onset of December entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C) in November to an icy 32.4°F (0.2°C). During December, Zearing consistently records a temperature low averaging a subzero cold 21.2°F (-6°C).

Humidity

In Zearing, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Zearing, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. In Zearing, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.1 days and collects up to 26.61" (676mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 38.3 snowfall days, and 14.13" (359mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Zearing is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Zearing, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 21.2°F (-6°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, in Zearing, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Zearing is 9h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Zearing, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Zearing, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Zearing, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.2°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 (13.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Zearing, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Zearing, IA

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

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 (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Zearing, IA

Average humidity in December - Zearing, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Zearing, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Zearing, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Zearing, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Zearing, IA

Average snowfall in December - Zearing, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Zearing, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Zearing, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Zearing, IA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Zearing, IA

Average UV index in December - Zearing, 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
Zearing, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Zearing, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Zearing, IA

Average visibility in December - Zearing, 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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