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Sioux City weather in December (Iowa, United States of America)

Is December a good time to explore Sioux City weather-wise? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

The month of December in Sioux City typically brings very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. The winter season takes place during December. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 0°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler -10°C. Prepare for a very cold month by layering your clothing. It's always better to be prepared for the cold than to face it unprotected.

Precipitation

Sioux City in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 37 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 8 days will see snow/rain.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Sioux City. September typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Sioux City, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -10°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 0°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 27%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 37 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  

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. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.

What To Do

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

Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

Interested in more climate information?

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