December weather forecast
North Liberty, IA

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Weather in December

December welcomes in the full onset of the winter season in North Liberty. The temperatures often descend to lows of 22.8°F (-5.1°C), heralding the arrival of the festive period. Snowfall increases from November, with the city often blanketed in a layer of white snow. Despite the cold, the added daylight hours from November bring a special cheer to the holiday-filled month. A white Christmas, reminiscent of classic holiday images, often graces this Iowa city.

Temperature

With the onset of December, North Liberty's average high-temperature adjusts, receding from November's chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C) to a cold 33.8°F (1°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) is experienced in North Liberty.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in North Liberty is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In North Liberty, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.7 days and collects up to 27.72" (704mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in North Liberty, Iowa. In North Liberty, in December, during 7.3 snowfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.6 snowfall days, and 14.21" (361mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:14 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, in North Liberty, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in North Liberty is 4.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in North Liberty, Iowa, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in North Liberty?

The average high-temperature, in December, in North Liberty, is 33.8°F (1°C), while the average low-temperature is 22.8°F (-5.1°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in North Liberty?

The average relative humidity in December in North Liberty is 81%.

How much does it rain in North Liberty in December?

In North Liberty, Iowa, in December, during 6.5 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in North Liberty in December?

In North Liberty, in December, during 7.3 snowfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in North Liberty?

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

How many hours of daylight does North Liberty have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in North Liberty?

On the first day of December in North Liberty, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does North Liberty have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in North Liberty is 4.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in North Liberty?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. 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 Liberty, IA

Average temperature in December - North Liberty, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in December
North Liberty, IA

Average pressure in December - North Liberty, 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
North Liberty, IA

Average wind speed in December - North Liberty, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in December
North Liberty, IA

Average humidity in December - North Liberty, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
North Liberty, IA

Average rainfall in December - North Liberty, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
North Liberty, IA

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

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
North Liberty, IA

Average snowfall in December - North Liberty, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
North Liberty, IA

Average snowfall days in December - North Liberty, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 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
North Liberty, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North Liberty, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
North Liberty, IA

Average sunshine days in December - North Liberty, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October, November and December (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
North Liberty, IA

Average UV index in December - North Liberty, 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
North Liberty, IA

Average cloud cover in December - North Liberty, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
North Liberty, IA

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

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

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