December weather forecast
Perry, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Perry, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C) in November to an icy 32.9°F (0.5°C). An average temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C) is recorded during the nights in December.

Humidity

In Perry, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Perry, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.7 days and collects up to 26.65" (677mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated. In Perry, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.2 days and aggregates up to 13.35" (339mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Perry, is 32.9°F (0.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 21.4°F (-5.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Perry, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Perry, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Perry have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Perry have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month 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 intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Perry, IA

Average temperature in December - Perry, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14°F).

Average pressure in December
Perry, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Perry, IA

Average wind speed in December - Perry, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Perry, IA

Average humidity in December - Perry, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Perry, IA

Average rainfall in December - Perry, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Perry, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Perry, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Perry, IA

Average snowfall in December - Perry, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Perry, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Perry, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Perry, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Perry, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Perry, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October, November and December (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Perry, IA

Average UV index in December - Perry, 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
Perry, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Perry, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Perry, IA

Average visibility in December - Perry, 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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