December weather forecast
Bode, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Bode, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30°F (-1.1°C) and 19°F (-7.2°C).

Temperature

A change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) to a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C). An average low-temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C) marks the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Bode, during December, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. In Bode, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.6 days and collects up to 25" (635mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bode are January through May, October through December. In Bode, Iowa, during December, snow falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow. In Bode, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.2 days and aggregates up to 18.11" (460mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Bode is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Bode, is 30°F (-1.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 19°F (-7.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Bode, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Bode, in December, during 5.1 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Bode, during December, snow falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Bode have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Bode?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bode, IA

Average temperature in December - Bode, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Bode, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bode, IA

Average wind speed in December - Bode, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Bode, IA

Average humidity in December - Bode, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Bode, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Bode, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Bode, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bode, IA

Average snowfall in December - Bode, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bode, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Bode, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bode, IA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Bode, IA

Average UV index in December - Bode, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Bode, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Bode, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Bode, IA

Average visibility in December - Bode, 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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