December weather forecast
West Burlington, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in West Burlington, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 36.3°F (2.4°C) and 25°F (-3.9°C).

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C) in November to a wintry 36.3°F (2.4°C). West Burlington records an average low-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 7.2 days and typically collects 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In West Burlington, during December, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow. In West Burlington, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.5 days and aggregates up to 11.77" (299mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in West Burlington, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in West Burlington, is 36.3°F (2.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 25°F (-3.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), 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?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

What is the driest month in West Burlington?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.2 days and accumulates 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In West Burlington, in December, it is raining for 7.2 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In West Burlington, in December, snow falls for 5.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does West Burlington have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In West Burlington, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - West Burlington, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in December
West Burlington, IA

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

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
West Burlington, IA

Average humidity in December - West Burlington, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
West Burlington, IA

Average rainfall in December - West Burlington, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
West Burlington, IA

Average rainfall days in December - West Burlington, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Burlington, IA

Average snowfall in December - West Burlington, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Burlington, IA

Average snowfall days in December - West Burlington, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 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 Burlington, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Burlington, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Burlington, IA

Average sunshine days in December - West Burlington, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
West Burlington, IA

Average UV index in December - West Burlington, 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
West Burlington, IA

Average cloud cover in December - West Burlington, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
West Burlington, IA

Average visibility in December - West Burlington, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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