December weather forecast
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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Oxford, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.8°F (1°C) and an average low of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature decreases in December, shifting from a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C) in November to an icy 33.8°F (1°C). In the month of December, Oxford experiences an average low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Oxford, Iowa, in December, during 6.5 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Oxford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.7 days and collects up to 27.72" (704mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Oxford are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated. In Oxford, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.6 days and aggregates up to 14.21" (361mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Oxford is 4.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Oxford is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Oxford in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Oxford, records 33.8°F (1°C), while the low-temperature is 22.8°F (-5.1°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Oxford?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Oxford?

In Oxford, during December, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Oxford?

In Oxford, Iowa, during December, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Oxford?

December has the shortest days of the year in Oxford, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Oxford have in December?

In Oxford, the average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Oxford?

On the first day of December in Oxford, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Oxford?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

How high is the UV index in December in Oxford?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Oxford is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Oxford, IA

Average temperature in December - Oxford, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Oxford, IA

Average pressure in December - Oxford, 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
Oxford, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (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
Oxford, IA

Average humidity in December - Oxford, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Oxford, IA

Average rainfall in December - Oxford, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in December
Oxford, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Oxford, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Oxford, IA

Average snowfall in December - Oxford, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Oxford, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Oxford, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 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
Oxford, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oxford, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Oxford, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Oxford, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October, November and December (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Oxford, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Oxford, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Oxford, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Oxford, IA

Average visibility in December - Oxford, 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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