Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
Sheldon witnesses a significant decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) to a subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C). Throughout the month of December, Sheldon observes an average nighttime temperature of 16.3°F (-8.7°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Sheldon is 85%.Rainfall
In Sheldon, in December, it is raining for 4.9 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sheldon, there are 128.1 rainfall days, and 24.17" (614mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Sheldon are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 10 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is accumulated. In Sheldon, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.8 days and aggregates up to 19.21" (488mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Sheldon, Iowa, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Sheldon, Iowa, the average sunshine in December 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 hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Sheldon in December?
What is the average humidity in December in Sheldon?
How many days does it rain in December in Sheldon?
How much does it snow in Sheldon in December?
What is the month with the shortest days in Sheldon?
What is the average length of the day in December in Sheldon?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Sheldon?
How long on average sun shines in December in Sheldon?
What is the UV index reading in December in Sheldon?
Average temperature in December
Sheldon, IA
- Average high temperature in December: 27.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 16.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Sheldon, IA
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"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
Sheldon, IA
- Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Sheldon, IA
- Average humidity in December: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).
Average rainfall in December
Sheldon, IA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.34"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").
Average rainfall days in December
Sheldon, IA
- Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Sheldon, IA
- Average snowfall in December: 3.19"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Sheldon, IA
- Average snowfall days in December: 10 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
Sheldon, IA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Sheldon, IA
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Sheldon, 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 and February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Sheldon, IA
- Average cloud cover in December: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Sheldon, IA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
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