December weather forecast
Radcliffe, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Radcliffe, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and max 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a frosty 45°F (7.2°C) in November to a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). In December, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Radcliffe, Iowa, in December, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Radcliffe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.3 days and collects up to 29.25" (743mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Radcliffe, in December, during 10.5 snowfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Radcliffe, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.8 days and aggregates up to 16.85" (428mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, in Radcliffe, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Radcliffe. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and a low-temperature of 20.5°F (-6.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Radcliffe, during December, the rain falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Radcliffe, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Radcliffe, IA

Average temperature in December - Radcliffe, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.5°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 (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Radcliffe, IA

Average pressure in December - Radcliffe, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Radcliffe, IA

Average wind speed in December - Radcliffe, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

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 (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Radcliffe, IA

Average humidity in December - Radcliffe, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Radcliffe, IA

Average rainfall in December - Radcliffe, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Radcliffe, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Radcliffe, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Radcliffe, IA

Average snowfall in December - Radcliffe, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Radcliffe, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Radcliffe, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Radcliffe, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Radcliffe, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Radcliffe, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Radcliffe, IA

Average UV index in December - Radcliffe, 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, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Radcliffe, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Radcliffe, IA

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

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

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