December weather forecast
Blakesburg, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Blakesburg, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and max 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

Blakesburg in December undergoes a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's chilly 48.2°F (9°C) to an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C). An average nighttime temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C) is noted during the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Blakesburg is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Blakesburg is December, when the rain falls for 5.3 days and typically collects 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 5.6 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 28.3 snowfall days, and 10.28" (261mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Blakesburg, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Blakesburg, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Blakesburg. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Blakesburg in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Blakesburg, is 35.1°F (1.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 23.7°F (-4.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Blakesburg?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the driest month in Blakesburg?

December is the month with the least rainfall in Blakesburg. Rain falls for 5.3 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Blakesburg in December?

In Blakesburg, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Blakesburg in December?

In Blakesburg, in December, snow falls for 5.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Blakesburg?

December has the shortest days of the year in Blakesburg, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

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

In Blakesburg, Iowa, the average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Blakesburg?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Blakesburg have in December?

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

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Blakesburg, Iowa, are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Blakesburg?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Blakesburg is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Blakesburg, IA

Average temperature in December - Blakesburg, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Blakesburg, IA

Average pressure in December - Blakesburg, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Blakesburg, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Blakesburg, IA

Average humidity in December - Blakesburg, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Blakesburg, IA

Average rainfall in December - Blakesburg, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Blakesburg, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Blakesburg, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Blakesburg, IA

Average snowfall in December - Blakesburg, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Blakesburg, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Blakesburg, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Blakesburg, 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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Blakesburg, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Blakesburg, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Blakesburg, IA

Average UV index in December - Blakesburg, 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
Blakesburg, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Blakesburg, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Blakesburg, IA

Average visibility in December - Blakesburg, 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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