Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
Stepping into December, Buffalo Heights observes a temperature decline, with the average high falling from November's chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C) to an icy 34.5°F (1.4°C). During December, Buffalo Heights records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).Humidity
In Buffalo Heights, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.Rainfall
December is the month with the least rainfall in Buffalo Heights, Iowa. Rain falls for 6.6 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated. In Buffalo Heights, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.4 days and aggregates up to 8.35" (212mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, in Buffalo Heights, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Buffalo Heights, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.UV index
In Buffalo Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in December in Buffalo Heights?
What is the driest month in Buffalo Heights?
How many days does it rain in December in Buffalo Heights?
How much does it snow in Buffalo Heights in December?
What is the month with the shortest days in Buffalo Heights?
How many hours of daylight does Buffalo Heights have in December?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Buffalo Heights?
How many hours of sunshine does Buffalo Heights have in December?
How high is the UV index in December in Buffalo Heights?
Average temperature in December
Buffalo Heights, IA
- Average high temperature in December: 34.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Buffalo Heights, 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
Buffalo Heights, IA
- Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Buffalo Heights, IA
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Buffalo Heights, IA
- Average rainfall in December: 0.75"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.75").
Average rainfall days in December
Buffalo Heights, IA
- Average rainfall days in December: 6.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Buffalo Heights, IA
- Average snowfall in December: 1.42"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Buffalo Heights, IA
- Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Buffalo Heights, IA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min
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 12min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min
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 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Buffalo Heights, IA
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Buffalo Heights, 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
Buffalo Heights, IA
- Average cloud cover in December: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in December
Buffalo Heights, 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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