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
Transition into December marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C). Elkader, in December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 19.9°F (-6.7°C).Humidity
In Elkader, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.Rainfall
In Elkader, in December, it is raining for 5.2 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 138 rainfall days, and 29.21" (742mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Elkader, in December, during 10.5 snowfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Elkader, there are 48.5 snowfall days, and 19.76" (502mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.UV index
January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Elkader, Iowa. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is December in Elkader?
What is the average humidity in December in Elkader?
How many days does it rain in December in Elkader?
How much does it snow in Elkader in December?
What is the month with the shortest days in Elkader?
What is the average length of the day in December in Elkader?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Elkader?
How many hours of sunshine does Elkader have in December?
When is the lowest UV index in Elkader?
What is the UV index reading in December in Elkader?
Average temperature in December
Elkader, IA
- Average high temperature in December: 30°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 19.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Elkader, IA
- Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Elkader, IA
- Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Elkader, IA
- Average humidity in December: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Elkader, IA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").
Average rainfall days in December
Elkader, IA
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Elkader, IA
- Average snowfall in December: 3.39"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Elkader, IA
- Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elkader, 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 1min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Elkader, IA
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Elkader, IA
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Elkader, IA
- Average cloud cover in December: 59
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Elkader, IA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and August (5mi).
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