December weather forecast
North Buena Vista, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in North Buena Vista, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 20.8°F (-6.2°C) and max 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

As November shifts into December, a slight alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) to a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In December, North Buena Vista's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 20.8°F (-6.2°C) during the night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in North Buena Vista, Iowa, is 83%.

Rainfall

In North Buena Vista, during December, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in North Buena Vista, there are 139.8 rainfall days, and 24.88" (632mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated. In North Buena Vista, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.2 days and aggregates up to 16.14" (410mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in North Buena Vista, Iowa, is 4.1h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in North Buena Vista. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in North Buena Vista?

The high-temperature, in December, in North Buena Vista, is 31.1°F (-0.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in North Buena Vista?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in North Buena Vista in December?

In North Buena Vista, in December, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in North Buena Vista?

In North Buena Vista, Iowa, during December, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in North Buena Vista?

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

How many hours of daylight does North Buena Vista have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in North Buena Vista?

On the first day of December in North Buena Vista, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in North Buena Vista?

In December, the average sunshine duration in North Buena Vista is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in North Buena Vista?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in North Buena Vista, Iowa.

How high is the UV index in December in North Buena Vista?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in North Buena Vista is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
North Buena Vista, IA

Average temperature in December - North Buena Vista, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.8°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 (12°F).

Average pressure in December
North Buena Vista, IA

Average pressure in December - North Buena Vista, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
North Buena Vista, IA

Average wind speed in December - North Buena Vista, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
North Buena Vista, IA

Average humidity in December - North Buena Vista, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in December
North Buena Vista, IA

Average rainfall in December - North Buena Vista, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.5").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
North Buena Vista, IA

Average rainfall days in December - North Buena Vista, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
North Buena Vista, IA

Average snowfall in December - North Buena Vista, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
North Buena Vista, IA

Average snowfall days in December - North Buena Vista, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
North Buena Vista, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North Buena Vista, 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 1min

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

Average sunshine days in December
North Buena Vista, IA

Average sunshine days in December - North Buena Vista, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
North Buena Vista, IA

Average UV index in December - North Buena Vista, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
North Buena Vista, IA

Average cloud cover in December - North Buena Vista, 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 31).

Average visibility in December
North Buena Vista, IA

Average visibility in December - North Buena Vista, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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