December weather forecast
Waukee, IA

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Weather in December

December displays Waukee's embrace of the winter season, characterized by cold temperatures and reduced hours of daylight. While there is an increase in potential snowfall, this does not offset the chilly atmosphere. The festive season brings a joyous contrast, with the city adorned in holiday lights. The month's average high temperature retreats to 34°F (1.1°C), underscoring the icy grip of winter. Overall, December symbolizes the year's end with a scenic winter landscape, whilst ushering in new beginnings amidst a flurry of snowflakes.

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C) to an icy 34°F (1.1°C). Waukee's average low-temperature for the month of December records at a freezing cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Waukee, Iowa, in December, during 3.1 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Waukee, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.7 days and collects up to 8.78" (223mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Waukee are January through May, October through December. In Waukee, in December, snow falls for 5.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Waukee, there are 26.4 snowfall days, and 4.09" (104mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Waukee, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Waukee experiences an average high-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C) and a low-temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Waukee, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Waukee?

In December, the rain falls for 3.1 days. Throughout December, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Waukee, in December, during 5.1 snowfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Waukee?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Waukee, the average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Waukee is 4.8h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Waukee, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Waukee, IA

Average temperature in December - Waukee, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Waukee, IA

Average pressure in December - Waukee, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Waukee, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Waukee, IA

Average humidity in December - Waukee, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Waukee, IA

Average rainfall in December - Waukee, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.31"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Waukee, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Waukee, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Waukee, IA

Average snowfall in December - Waukee, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Waukee, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Waukee, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Waukee, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Waukee, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Waukee, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Waukee, IA

Average UV index in December - Waukee, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Waukee, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Waukee, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Waukee, IA

Average visibility in December - Waukee, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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