December weather forecast
Battle Creek, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Battle Creek, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19.9°F (-6.7°C) and an average high of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

In Battle Creek, the average high-temperature in December significantly decreases from a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) in November to a freezing cold 30.2°F (-1°C). An average nighttime temperature of 19.9°F (-6.7°C) is observed during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Battle Creek, during December, the rain falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 97 rainfall days, and 10.12" (257mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 7.2 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated. In Battle Creek, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.1 days and aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Battle Creek, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Battle Creek?

December temperatures in Battle Creek vary between a high-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C) and a low-temperature of 19.9°F (-6.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Battle Creek?

In Battle Creek, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Battle Creek?

In Battle Creek, Iowa, in December, during 3.1 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Battle Creek in December?

In Battle Creek, in December, during 7.2 snowfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Battle Creek?

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

How many hours of daylight does Battle Creek have in December?

In Battle Creek, Iowa, the average day length in December is 9h and 9min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Battle Creek?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Battle Creek, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Battle Creek have in December?

In Battle Creek, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Battle Creek?

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

Average temperature in December - Battle Creek, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Battle Creek, IA

Average pressure in December - Battle Creek, 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
Battle Creek, IA

Average wind speed in December - Battle Creek, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Battle Creek, IA

Average humidity in December - Battle Creek, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Battle Creek, IA

Average rainfall in December - Battle Creek, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Battle Creek, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Battle Creek, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Battle Creek, IA

Average snowfall in December - Battle Creek, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Battle Creek, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Battle Creek, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 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
Battle Creek, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Battle Creek, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Battle Creek, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Battle Creek, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Battle Creek, IA

Average UV index in December - Battle Creek, 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 and February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Battle Creek, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Battle Creek, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Battle Creek, IA

Average visibility in December - Battle Creek, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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