December weather forecast
Iona, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Iona, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and 14.5°F (-9.7°C).

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature marks December, falling from November's icy 41.4°F (5.2°C) to a freezing cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C). An average nighttime temperature of 14.5°F (-9.7°C) is witnessed throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Iona, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation. In Iona, Minnesota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.2 days and collects up to 22.2" (564mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Iona, in December, during 12.2 snowfall days, 5.2" (132mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Iona, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.8 days and aggregates up to 26.69" (678mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Iona, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Iona in December?

The high-temperature during December is 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and the low-temperature is 14.5°F (-9.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Iona, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Iona, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Iona, during December, snow falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.2" (132mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Iona, the average day length in December is 8h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Iona, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Iona is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Iona, MN

Average temperature in December - Iona, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Iona, MN

Average pressure in December - Iona, MN
  • 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Iona, MN

Average wind speed in December - Iona, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Iona, MN

Average humidity in December - Iona, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Iona, MN

Average rainfall in December - Iona, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Iona, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Iona, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Iona, MN

Average snowfall in December - Iona, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.3").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Iona, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Iona, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Iona, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Iona, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Iona, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Iona, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Iona, MN

Average UV index in December - Iona, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Iona, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Iona, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Iona, MN

Average visibility in December - Iona, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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