December weather forecast
West Point, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in West Point, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 25°F (-3.9°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, West Point experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C) in November to a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C). West Point experiences an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 25°F (-3.9°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in West Point, Iowa, is 79%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in West Point, Iowa. Rain falls for 7 days and accumulates 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in West Point are January through April, October through December. In December, in West Point, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 29.4 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 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, in West Point, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in West Point in December?

During December, West Point experiences an average high-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and a low-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in West Point?

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

What is the driest month in West Point?

December is the month with the least rainfall in West Point, Iowa. Rain falls for 7 days and accumulates 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in West Point in December?

In West Point, Iowa, in December, during 7 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in West Point?

In West Point, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

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

December has the shortest days of the year in West Point, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

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

In West Point, Iowa, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

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

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

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

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in West Point?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in West Point?

In West Point, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
West Point, IA

Average temperature in December - West Point, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°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 (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in December
West Point, IA

Average pressure in December - West Point, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
West Point, IA

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

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

Average humidity in December
West Point, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
West Point, IA

Average rainfall in December - West Point, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
West Point, IA

Average rainfall days in December - West Point, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Point, IA

Average snowfall in December - West Point, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Point, IA

Average snowfall days in December - West Point, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 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 Point, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Point, IA

Average sunshine days in December - West Point, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
West Point, IA

Average UV index in December - West Point, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
West Point, IA

Average cloud cover in December - West Point, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

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 Point, IA

Average visibility in December - West Point, 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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