December weather forecast
Bankston, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bankston, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and an average low of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Temperature

December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from November's chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) to a freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C). Throughout December, Bankston witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 150.8 rainfall days, and 32.4" (823mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bankston, Iowa, are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 4.37" (111mm) of snow is accumulated. In Bankston, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.4 days and aggregates up to 22.4" (569mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Bankston, Iowa, is 4h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Bankston in December?

In Bankston, 31.3°F (-0.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 20.7°F (-6.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Bankston?

In Bankston, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in Bankston in December?

In Bankston, Iowa, in December, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Bankston in December?

In Bankston, during December, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bankston?

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

How many hours of daylight does Bankston have in December?

In Bankston, Iowa, the average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Bankston?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Bankston?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Bankston, Iowa, is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Bankston?

The months with the lowest UV index in Bankston are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Bankston?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Bankston, Iowa, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Bankston, IA

Average temperature in December - Bankston, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Bankston, IA

Average pressure in December - Bankston, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bankston, IA

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

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 (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Bankston, IA

Average humidity in December - Bankston, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Bankston, IA

Average rainfall in December - Bankston, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

Average rainfall days in December
Bankston, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Bankston, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bankston, IA

Average snowfall in December - Bankston, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.37"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bankston, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Bankston, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bankston, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bankston, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Bankston, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Bankston, IA

Average UV index in December - Bankston, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Bankston, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Bankston, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Bankston, IA

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

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

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