December weather forecast
Burnside, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Burnside, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Temperature

A shift in Burnside's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C) to a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C). In December, Burnside experiences an average nighttime temperature of 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Burnside is 82%.

Rainfall

In Burnside, in December, it is raining for 4.9 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 135.2 rainfall days, and 26.5" (673mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Burnside are January through May, October through December. In Burnside, in December, snow falls for 9.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.35" (85mm) of snow. In Burnside, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.8 days and aggregates up to 16.61" (422mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Burnside, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Burnside, Iowa, is 4.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Burnside is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Burnside?

In December, in Burnside, the average high-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 19.9°F (-6.7°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Burnside?

In December, the average relative humidity in Burnside is 82%.

How much does it rain in Burnside in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Burnside?

In Burnside, in December, during 9.7 snowfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Burnside?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Burnside?

The average day length in December in Burnside, Iowa, is 9h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Burnside?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Burnside, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Burnside have in December?

In Burnside, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Burnside?

In Burnside, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index 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
Burnside, IA

Average temperature in December - Burnside, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.6°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 (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Burnside, IA

Average pressure in December - Burnside, 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
Burnside, IA

Average wind speed in December - Burnside, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Burnside, IA

Average humidity in December - Burnside, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Burnside, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Burnside, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Burnside, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Burnside, IA

Average snowfall in December - Burnside, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Burnside, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Burnside, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Burnside, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Burnside, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Burnside, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Burnside, IA

Average UV index in December - Burnside, 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
Burnside, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Burnside, IA

Average visibility in December - Burnside, 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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