December weather forecast
Paralta, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Paralta, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and max 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

December shows a mild decline in the average high-temperature, falling from November's chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C) to a wintry 33.1°F (0.6°C). An average low-temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) marks the nights in Paralta throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Paralta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.9 days and collects up to 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Paralta. In Paralta, in December, snow falls for 9.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.11" (79mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 44 snowfall days, and 18.35" (466mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Paralta.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Paralta in December?

In Paralta, in December, the average high-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Paralta?

The average relative humidity in December in Paralta is 81%.

How much does it rain in Paralta in December?

In Paralta, Iowa, in December, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Paralta in December?

In Paralta, Iowa, in December, snow falls for 9.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Paralta?

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 in Paralta?

In Paralta, the average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Paralta?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Paralta have in December?

In Paralta, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Paralta?

The month with the lowest UV index in Paralta is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Paralta?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Paralta, Iowa, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Paralta, IA

Average temperature in December - Paralta, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.1°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 (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Paralta, IA

Average pressure in December - Paralta, 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 (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Paralta, IA

Average wind speed in December - Paralta, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

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 (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Paralta, IA

Average humidity in December - Paralta, 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 (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Paralta, IA

Average rainfall in December - Paralta, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in December
Paralta, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Paralta, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Paralta, IA

Average snowfall in December - Paralta, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Paralta, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Paralta, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Paralta, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Paralta, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Paralta, IA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Paralta, IA

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

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

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Average visibility in December
Paralta, IA

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

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

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