Iowa weather in December
Considering a trip to Iowa this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Iowa in December?
Iowa is a region in the United States of America. December in Iowa generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation. December is a winter month.
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Okoboji at -2°C to cold in Keokuk at 4°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -5°C in Keokuk and -11°C in Okoboji. In numerous regions in the United States of America, December is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Okoboji with an average of 32 mm to moderate snowfall in Davenport with 73 mm. Des Moines enjoys a balanced 129 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Iowa in December, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Iowa climate page.
Where to go in Iowa in December
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Average weather in Des Moines
In December Des Moines generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in West Des Moines
In December West Des Moines generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Ames
In December Ames generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Urbandale
In December Urbandale generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Ankeny
In December Ankeny generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Iowa, in the United States of America.
Is December the best time to visit Iowa?
In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Iowa with often poor weather in Des Moines.
Generally speaking, September provides perfect weather in Des Moines. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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