Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C) in November to an icy 36.3°F (2.4°C). During the nights in December, Burlington observes an average low-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Burlington is 79%.Rainfall
December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.2 days and accumulates 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Burlington. In Burlington, during December, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Burlington, there are 29.5 snowfall days, and 11.77" (299mm) 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 Burlington, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Burlington is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the driest month in Burlington?
How many days does it rain in December in Burlington?
How many days does it snow in December in Burlington?
What is the month with the shortest days in Burlington?
What is the average length of the day in December in Burlington?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Burlington?
How many hours of sunshine does Burlington have in December?
What is the UV index reading in December in Burlington?
Average temperature in December
Burlington, IA
- Average high temperature in December: 36.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 25°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).
Average pressure in December
Burlington, 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 (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Burlington, IA
- Average wind speed in December: 10mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Burlington, IA
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Burlington, IA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.3"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.3").
Average rainfall days in December
Burlington, IA
- Average rainfall days in December: 7.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Burlington, IA
- Average snowfall in December: 1.38"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Burlington, IA
- Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Burlington, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Burlington, IA
- Average sunshine days in December: 19 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Burlington, IA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Burlington, IA
- Average cloud cover in December: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in December
Burlington, 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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