December weather forecast
Buckingham, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Buckingham, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 21.2°F (-6°C).

Temperature

Buckingham's December weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a frosty 45°F (7.2°C) in November to a freezing cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C). The temperature in Buckingham, Iowa, dips to an average of 21.2°F (-6°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Buckingham, Iowa, in December, during 6.7 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Buckingham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.7 days and collects up to 31.06" (789mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Buckingham, Iowa, in December, during 10 snowfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 46.3 snowfall days, and 17.6" (447mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Buckingham, Iowa, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Buckingham?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 21.2°F (-6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Buckingham?

In December, the average relative humidity in Buckingham is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Buckingham?

In Buckingham, during December, the rain falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Buckingham in December?

In December, it is snowing for 10 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Buckingham?

December has the shortest days of the year in Buckingham, Iowa, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Buckingham?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Buckingham?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Buckingham?

The average sunshine duration in December in Buckingham is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Buckingham?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Buckingham.

How high is the UV index in December in Buckingham?

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

Average temperature in December - Buckingham, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Buckingham, IA

Average pressure in December - Buckingham, 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 (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Buckingham, IA

Average wind speed in December - Buckingham, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Buckingham, IA

Average humidity in December - Buckingham, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Buckingham, IA

Average rainfall in December - Buckingham, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in December
Buckingham, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Buckingham, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Buckingham, IA

Average snowfall in December - Buckingham, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Buckingham, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Buckingham, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 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
Buckingham, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Buckingham, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Buckingham, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Buckingham, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Buckingham, IA

Average UV index in December - Buckingham, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Buckingham, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Buckingham, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Buckingham, IA

Average visibility in December - Buckingham, 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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