December weather forecast
Melbourne, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Melbourne, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and an average low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Temperature

Melbourne observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C) to a cold 32.5°F (0.3°C). In December, the average low-temperature records at a freezing cold 21.6°F (-5.8°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Melbourne, Iowa, is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, in Melbourne, Iowa, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Melbourne, there are 102 rainfall days, and 10.59" (269mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Melbourne, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Melbourne, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.9 days and aggregates up to 4.92" (125mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Melbourne, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, in Melbourne, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Melbourne, the average sunshine in December 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 Melbourne, Iowa. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Melbourne in December?

Melbourne in December has an average high-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Melbourne?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Melbourne?

In Melbourne, in December, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Melbourne in December?

In Melbourne, Iowa, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Melbourne?

The month with the shortest days in Melbourne is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Melbourne have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Melbourne?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, in Melbourne, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Melbourne?

In Melbourne, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Melbourne?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Melbourne?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Melbourne, IA

Average temperature in December - Melbourne, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.5°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 (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.6°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 (13.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Melbourne, IA

Average pressure in December - Melbourne, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Melbourne, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Melbourne, IA

Average humidity in December - Melbourne, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Melbourne, IA

Average rainfall in December - Melbourne, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.69").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Melbourne, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Melbourne, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Melbourne, IA

Average snowfall in December - Melbourne, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Melbourne, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Melbourne, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Melbourne, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Melbourne, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Melbourne, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Melbourne, IA

Average UV index in December - Melbourne, 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
Melbourne, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Melbourne, 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 30).

Average visibility in December
Melbourne, IA

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

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

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