December weather forecast
Border Plains, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Border Plains, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 19.9°F (-6.7°C) and max 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C). December generally records an average low-temperature of 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, in Border Plains, the rain falls for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Border Plains, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.2 days and collects up to 26.5" (673mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 9.7 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated. In Border Plains, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.8 days and aggregates up to 16.61" (422mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Border Plains, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Border Plains is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Border Plains in December?

During December, Border Plains experiences an average high-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and a low-temperature of 19.9°F (-6.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Border Plains?

In Border Plains, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Border Plains?

In Border Plains, Iowa, in December, it is raining for 4.9 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Border Plains in December?

In Border Plains, in December, during 9.7 snowfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Border Plains?

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

How many hours of daylight does Border Plains have in December?

In December, the average day length in Border Plains is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Border Plains?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Border Plains, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Border Plains?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Border Plains?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Border Plains is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Border Plains, IA

Average temperature in December - Border Plains, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Border Plains, IA

Average pressure in December - Border Plains, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Border Plains, IA

Average wind speed in December - Border Plains, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Border Plains, IA

Average humidity in December - Border Plains, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Border Plains, IA

Average rainfall in December - Border Plains, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in December
Border Plains, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Border Plains, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Border Plains, IA

Average snowfall in December - Border Plains, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Border Plains, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Border Plains, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Border Plains, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • 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: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Border Plains, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Border Plains, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Border Plains, IA

Average UV index in December - Border Plains, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Border Plains, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Border Plains, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Border Plains, IA

Average visibility in December - Border Plains, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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