December weather forecast
Blencoe, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Blencoe, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 20.3°F (-6.5°C) and 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Blencoe's average high-temperature experiences a noticeable drop, receding from November's chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C) to a cold 32.2°F (0.1°C). During December, Blencoe's temperature averages to a subzero cold 20.3°F (-6.5°C) at night.

Humidity

In Blencoe, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Blencoe, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 117.6 rainfall days, and 21.89" (556mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Blencoe, Iowa, in December, snow falls for 7 days, with typically accumulated 2.13" (54mm) of snow. In Blencoe, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.9 days and aggregates up to 11.69" (297mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Blencoe, the average high-temperature is 32.2°F (0.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 20.3°F (-6.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, in Blencoe, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, in Blencoe, it is snowing for 7 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Blencoe?

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

Average temperature in December - Blencoe, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Blencoe, IA

Average pressure in December - Blencoe, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Blencoe, IA

Average wind speed in December - Blencoe, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Blencoe, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Blencoe, IA

Average rainfall in December - Blencoe, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Blencoe, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Blencoe, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Blencoe, IA

Average snowfall in December - Blencoe, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Blencoe, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Blencoe, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Blencoe, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Blencoe, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Blencoe, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Blencoe, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Blencoe, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Blencoe, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Blencoe, IA

Average visibility in December - Blencoe, 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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