December weather forecast
Buckingham, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Buckingham, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 21.2°F (-6°C).

Temperature

Onset of December witnesses a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 45°F (7.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C). December in Buckingham witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a still freezing cold 21.2°F (-6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 147.7 rainfall days, and 31.06" (789mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Buckingham, in December, during 10 snowfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Buckingham, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.3 days and aggregates up to 17.6" (447mm) 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 7:19 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Buckingham, 31.8°F (-0.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 21.2°F (-6°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Buckingham?

In December, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 10 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Buckingham?

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

How many hours of daylight does Buckingham have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Buckingham have in December?

In Buckingham, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Buckingham, IA

Average temperature in December - Buckingham, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Buckingham, IA

Average pressure in December - Buckingham, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Buckingham, IA

Average wind speed in December - Buckingham, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Buckingham, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Buckingham, IA

Average rainfall in December - Buckingham, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Buckingham, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Buckingham, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Buckingham, IA

Average snowfall in December - Buckingham, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Buckingham, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Buckingham, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Buckingham, 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 2min

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 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Buckingham, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Buckingham, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Buckingham, IA

Average UV index in December - Buckingham, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Buckingham, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Buckingham, 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 September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Buckingham, IA

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

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

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