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
The onset of December witnesses a clear shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C). During the nights in December, Balfour experiences a consistent average temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 5.2 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Balfour, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.5 days and collects up to 27.48" (698mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Balfour. In December, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated. In Balfour, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.3 days and aggregates up to 12.56" (319mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Average temperature in December
Balfour, IA
- Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 22.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Balfour, IA
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Balfour, IA
- Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Balfour, IA
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in December
Balfour, IA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.57"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.83").
Average rainfall days in December
Balfour, IA
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Balfour, IA
- Average snowfall in December: 1.97"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Balfour, IA
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Balfour, IA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Balfour, IA
- Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Balfour, IA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Balfour, IA
- Average cloud cover in December: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in December
Balfour, 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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