December weather forecast
Buffalo Center, IA

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Weather in December

The weather in December in Buffalo Center, Iowa is a reflection of a typical chilly winter month. As the holiday season gallops in, the city experiences a significant amount of cold days and freezing nights. The city is often dressed in white snow, with snowfall reaching up to 3.35" (85mm). Despite the cold and snowy conditions, the festive spirit remains invigorating as holiday decorations light up the city nights. It's a time for warm hearths, festive gatherings, and the joy of the holiday season.

Temperature

Buffalo Center's transition into December is marked by a clear drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a cold 42.6°F (5.9°C) in November to a subzero cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C). During the December nights, an average temperature of 17.4°F (-8.1°C) is observed.

Humidity

In Buffalo Center, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Buffalo Center, during December, the rain falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 136.2 rainfall days, and 25.39" (645mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Buffalo Center. In Buffalo Center, during December, snow falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow. In Buffalo Center, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.1 days and aggregates up to 22.05" (560mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Buffalo Center is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Buffalo Center, is 27.7°F (-2.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Buffalo Center, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Buffalo Center, in December, during 12 snowfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Buffalo Center, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Buffalo Center have in December?

In Buffalo Center, the average day length in December is 9h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Buffalo Center have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Buffalo Center, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Buffalo Center, IA

Average temperature in December - Buffalo Center, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Buffalo Center, IA

Average pressure in December - Buffalo Center, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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
Buffalo Center, IA

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

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
Buffalo Center, IA

Average humidity in December - Buffalo Center, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Buffalo Center, IA

Average rainfall in December - Buffalo Center, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Buffalo Center, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Buffalo Center, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Buffalo Center, IA

Average snowfall in December - Buffalo Center, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Buffalo Center, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Buffalo Center, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Buffalo Center, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Buffalo Center, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Buffalo Center, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Buffalo Center, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Buffalo Center, IA

Average UV index in December - Buffalo Center, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Buffalo Center, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Buffalo Center, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Buffalo Center, IA

Average visibility in December - Buffalo Center, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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