December weather forecast
Bettendorf, IA

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Modern homes in an estate in Bettendorf, Iowa, set in a luxurious and serene environment overlooking the calm sea out front

Weather in December

Bettendorf, Iowa, welcomes December with temperatures around 34.3°F (1.3°C), marking the onset of the winter season. A marked increase in snowfall with a recorded 1.89 in confirms the arrival of winter. The increasing chill can be felt in the air, heralding the approach of Christmas. The city gets ready to celebrate the end of the year with a festive spirit under a frosty blanket. Despite the frigid weather conditions, the city stays bustling and festive, ending the year on a high note.

Temperature

December ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C) to a cold 34.3°F (1.3°C). In December, the temperature drops to an average of 23.7°F (-4.6°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Bettendorf, during December, the rain falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 138.1 rainfall days, and 27.32" (694mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Bettendorf, in December, during 6.9 snowfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Bettendorf, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.5 days and aggregates up to 12.8" (325mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Bettendorf, is 34.3°F (1.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 23.7°F (-4.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bettendorf?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Bettendorf, in December, during 6.9 snowfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Bettendorf have in December?

In Bettendorf, the average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Bettendorf?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bettendorf have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Bettendorf?

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

Average temperature in December - Bettendorf, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.7°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 (15.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Bettendorf, IA

Average pressure in December - Bettendorf, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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
Bettendorf, IA

Average wind speed in December - Bettendorf, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Bettendorf, IA

Average humidity in December - Bettendorf, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Bettendorf, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Bettendorf, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Bettendorf, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bettendorf, IA

Average snowfall in December - Bettendorf, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bettendorf, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Bettendorf, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 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
Bettendorf, IA

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

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bettendorf, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Bettendorf, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Bettendorf, IA

Average UV index in December - Bettendorf, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Bettendorf, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Bettendorf, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Bettendorf, IA

Average visibility in December - Bettendorf, 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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