December weather forecast
West Bend, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in West Bend, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

Temperature

West Bend's weather in December is marked by a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from November's chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C) to a subzero cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C). The average low-temperature in West Bend during December nights is 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in West Bend is 84%.

Rainfall

In West Bend, during December, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. In West Bend, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.5 days and collects up to 11.69" (297mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In West Bend, Iowa, in December, during 8 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.9 snowfall days, and 8.43" (214mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in West Bend, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in West Bend is 4.3h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in West Bend. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in West Bend?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and a low-temperature of 17.8°F (-7.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in West Bend?

The average relative humidity in December in West Bend, Iowa, is 84%.

How much does it rain in West Bend in December?

In West Bend, during December, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in West Bend in December?

In West Bend, Iowa, in December, snow falls for 8 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in West Bend?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in West Bend?

The average day length in December in West Bend is 9h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in West Bend?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Bend, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does West Bend have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in West Bend, Iowa, is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in West Bend?

The month with the lowest UV index in West Bend, Iowa, is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in West Bend?

In West Bend, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
West Bend, IA

Average temperature in December - West Bend, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in December
West Bend, IA

Average pressure in December - West Bend, 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
West Bend, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
West Bend, IA

Average humidity in December - West Bend, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
West Bend, IA

Average rainfall in December - West Bend, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
West Bend, IA

Average rainfall days in December - West Bend, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Bend, IA

Average snowfall in December - West Bend, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Bend, IA

Average snowfall days in December - West Bend, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8 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
West Bend, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Bend, 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 2min

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
West Bend, IA

Average sunshine days in December - West Bend, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
West Bend, IA

Average UV index in December - West Bend, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
West Bend, IA

Average cloud cover in December - West Bend, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
West Bend, IA

Average visibility in December - West Bend, 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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