December weather forecast
Rome, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rome, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 36°F (2.2°C) and min 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's frosty 48°F (8.9°C) to an icy 36°F (2.2°C). Rome records an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C) in December.

Humidity

In Rome, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

February and December are months with the least rain in Rome when the rain falls for 7.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rome, in December, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 1.65" (42mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Rome, there are 30.7 snowfall days, and 15" (381mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Rome in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Rome, records 36°F (2.2°C), while the low-temperature is 24.6°F (-4.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rome?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the driest month in Rome?

February and December are months with the least rain in Rome when the rain falls for 7.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Rome in December?

In Rome, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Rome in December?

In Rome, during December, snow falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rome?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Rome have in December?

In Rome, Iowa, the average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Rome?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rome, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Rome?

The average sunshine duration in December in Rome is 4.5h.

How high is the UV index in December in Rome?

In Rome, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rome, IA

Average temperature in December - Rome, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Rome, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Rome, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Rome, IA

Average humidity in December - Rome, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rome, IA

Average rainfall in December - Rome, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rome, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Rome, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rome, IA

Average snowfall in December - Rome, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Rome, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Rome, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rome, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rome, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Rome, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rome, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Rome, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Rome, IA

Average visibility in December - Rome, 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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