West Des Moines weather in December (Iowa, United States of America)
Curious about the December weather in West Des Moines? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.
In December, West Des Moines generally has very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. December is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 2°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -8°C. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.
West Des Moines in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 57 mm for the month. Typically around 9 days of snow/rainfall is expected.
The city usually sees around 129 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit West Des Moines. September typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized West Des Moines climate page with graphs.
West Des Moines, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
-8°C
Max Temperature
2°C
Chance of Rain
30%
Precipitation
57 mm
Rainy days
9 days
Humidity
72% *
Windspeed
14 km/h *
Sunshine
129 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
45% *
Where to go in the United States of America in December
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So, what should you wear in West Des Moines in December?
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 in December.
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