December weather forecast
Clive, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Clive, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C) in November to a cold 34°F (1.1°C). Clive records a consistent low-temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In Clive, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, in Clive, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.3 rainfall days, and 25.91" (658mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Clive, during December, snow falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Clive, there are 35.4 snowfall days, and 12.99" (330mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Clive?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Clive are 34°F (1.1°C) and 22.3°F (-5.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Clive?

In Clive, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in Clive in December?

In Clive, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Clive?

In December, in Clive, Iowa, it is snowing for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Clive?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Clive.

How many hours of daylight does Clive have in December?

In December, the average day length in Clive, Iowa, is 9h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Clive?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, in Clive, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Clive have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Clive?

In Clive, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Clive, IA

Average temperature in December - Clive, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Clive, IA

Average pressure in December - Clive, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Clive, IA

Average wind speed in December - Clive, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Clive, IA

Average humidity in December - Clive, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Clive, IA

Average rainfall in December - Clive, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in December
Clive, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Clive, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Clive, IA

Average snowfall in December - Clive, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Clive, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Clive, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Clive, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Clive, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Clive, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Clive, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Clive, IA

Average UV index in December - Clive, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Clive, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Clive, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Clive, IA

Average visibility in December - Clive, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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