Iowa City (IA)
December
Weather in Iowa City, Iowa for December 2026
Your guide to Iowa City weather in December - trends and predictions
Iowa City typically experiences moderate snowfall in December, with an average of 10 snowy days.
In general, the average temperature in Iowa City at the beginning of December is -0.6 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 3 °C by the end of December.
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19
Dry days
2
Rainy days
10
Snow days
0°/-5°
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22 km/h
Avg max wind
83 %
Avg humidity
Iowa City Weather December
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Temperatures trend during December in Iowa City
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December weather in Iowa City day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Dec. 1 |  Sunny | -3° /-11° | 8 mm | 5.8 cm | |
| Dec. 2 |  Light freezing rain | -2° /-6° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 3 |  Cloudy | 0° /-9° | 6.1 mm | 4.4 cm | |
| Dec. 4 |  Patchy rain possible | -1° /-13° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 5 | Cloudy | -3° /-12° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 6 |  Overcast | 0° /-6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 7 | Sunny | 5° /-7° | 15.2 mm | 11 cm | |
| Dec. 8 | Overcast | 3° /-6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 9 | Overcast | 5° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 10 | Overcast | 1° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 11 | Light freezing rain | -1° /-9° | 2.9 mm | 2 cm | |
| Dec. 12 | Light freezing rain | -5° /-10° | 1.1 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Dec. 13 | Overcast | -6° /-13° | 9.8 mm | 7 cm | |
| Dec. 14 |  Moderate or heavy snow showers | -7° /-11° | 14.9 mm | 10.2 cm | |
| Dec. 15 | Overcast | 1° /-7° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 16 | Overcast | 3° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 17 | Overcast | 1° /-3° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 18 | Overcast | 1° /-4° | 2.2 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| Dec. 19 |  Patchy moderate snow | -1° /-7° | 0.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Dec. 20 | Overcast | -1° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 21 |  Partly cloudy | -2° /-8° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 22 | Partly cloudy | 1° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 23 | Overcast | 2° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 24 | Overcast | 1° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 25 | Overcast | 2° /0° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 26 | Patchy rain possible | 4° /0° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 27 |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 5° /3° | 8.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 28 | Overcast | 7° /1° | 28.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 29 | Patchy rain possible | 0° /-4° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 30 | Patchy rain possible | 2° /-5° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 31 |  Heavy snow | 1° /-2° | 11.6 mm | 5.4 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Iowa City in December is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Iowa City forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Iowa City in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Iowa City during December?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 0° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Iowa City during December?
Significant rainfall exceeding 111.2 mm is expected in Iowa City during December, occurring over more than 2 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Iowa City in December 2026?
Iowa City experiences an average snowfall of 47 cm during December, occurring over 10 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Iowa City during December?
The average wind speed in Iowa City during December is 22 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Iowa City snow forecast December 2026
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On average, Iowa City sees 10 snowy days during December, with approximately 47 cm of total snowfall.
December rainfall patterns in Iowa City
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Typically, Iowa City has 2 rainy days in December with a total of 111.2 mm of rainfall.
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