December weather forecast
Bellevue, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bellevue, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 32°F (0°C) and 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Temperature

Bellevue's transition into December involves a shift in temperature, receding from a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C) in November to a cold 32°F (0°C). Bellevue experiences an average nighttime temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

In Bellevue, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, in Bellevue, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bellevue, there are 145.6 rainfall days, and 28.9" (734mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Bellevue, during December, snow falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 40.1 snowfall days, and 16.61" (422mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:11 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Bellevue, Iowa, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Bellevue. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Bellevue in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Bellevue, Iowa, during December are 32°F (0°C) and 21.6°F (-5.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Bellevue?

In December, the average relative humidity in Bellevue is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Bellevue?

In Bellevue, in December, during 6.5 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Bellevue in December?

In Bellevue, in December, snow falls for 8.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bellevue?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Bellevue?

In Bellevue, the average day length in December is 9h and 9min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Bellevue?

On the first day of December in Bellevue, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Bellevue?

In Bellevue, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Bellevue?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Bellevue?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Bellevue is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bellevue, IA

Average temperature in December - Bellevue, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Bellevue, IA

Average pressure in December - Bellevue, 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
Bellevue, IA

Average wind speed in December - Bellevue, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Bellevue, IA

Average humidity in December - Bellevue, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Bellevue, IA

Average rainfall in December - Bellevue, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.22").

Average rainfall days in December
Bellevue, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Bellevue, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bellevue, IA

Average snowfall in December - Bellevue, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bellevue, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Bellevue, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
Bellevue, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bellevue, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bellevue, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Bellevue, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Bellevue, IA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Bellevue, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Bellevue, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Bellevue, IA

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

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

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