December weather forecast
Batavia, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Batavia, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of December comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 47.7°F (8.7°C) in November to a wintry 35.2°F (1.8°C). During the nights in December, Batavia experiences a consistent average temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and December Rain falls for 7.1 days and accumulates 1.18" (30mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Batavia are January through April, October through December. In Batavia, in December, during 6.5 snowfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 32.1 snowfall days, and 14.33" (364mm) 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 December in Batavia, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Batavia is 4.5h.

UV index

In Batavia, Iowa, 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 the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Batavia?

In Batavia, 35.2°F (1.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 24.1°F (-4.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Batavia?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the driest month in Batavia?

The months with the least rainfall in Batavia are January and December Rain falls for 7.1 days and accumulates 1.18" (30mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December in Batavia?

In Batavia, Iowa, in December, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Batavia in December?

In December, in Batavia, Iowa, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Batavia?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Batavia have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Batavia?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, in Batavia, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Batavia have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Batavia, Iowa, is 4.5h.

How high is the UV index in December in Batavia?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Batavia, IA

Average temperature in December - Batavia, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°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 (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°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 (16.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Batavia, IA

Average pressure in December - Batavia, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Batavia, IA

Average wind speed in December - Batavia, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Batavia, IA

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

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

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Average rainfall in December
Batavia, IA

Average rainfall in December - Batavia, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in December
Batavia, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Batavia, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Batavia, IA

Average snowfall in December - Batavia, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Batavia, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Batavia, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Batavia, 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 3min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Batavia, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Batavia, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

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Average UV index in December
Batavia, IA

Average UV index in December - Batavia, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Batavia, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Batavia, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Batavia, IA

Average visibility in December - Batavia, 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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