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Dubuque weather in December (Iowa, United States of America)

What does the weather outlook for Dubuque look like in December? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for December in Dubuque includes very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. The winter season is characteristic of December. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 0°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around -8°C. This month is particularly chilly, so wearing layers is necessary to stay warm and comfortable.

Precipitation

Dubuque in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 68 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 11 days of snow/rain this month.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 107 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Dubuque. May, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Dubuque climate page with graphs.

 

Dubuque, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 0°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 68 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
SunshineSunshine 107 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Galena, the United States of America (21 KM, 13 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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