December weather forecastDowners Grove, IA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Downers Grove, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 21.4°F (-5.9°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C).Temperature
In Downers Grove, the beginning of December is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's frosty 44.6°F (7°C) to a freezing cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C). Downers Grove experiences an average low-temperature reading of 21.4°F (-5.9°C) throughout December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.Rainfall
In Downers Grove, during December, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. In Downers Grove, Iowa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.5 days and collects up to 28.27" (718mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Downers Grove, during December, snow falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 43.2 snowfall days, and 17.17" (436mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Downers Grove, IA
- Average high temperature in December: 31.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 21.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Downers Grove, IA
- Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Downers Grove, IA
- Average wind speed in December: 10mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).
Average humidity in December
Downers Grove, IA
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Downers Grove, IA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.42"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.26").
Average rainfall days in December
Downers Grove, IA
- Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Downers Grove, IA
- Average snowfall in December: 3.07"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Downers Grove, IA
- Average snowfall days in December: 9.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Downers Grove, IA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 12min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Downers Grove, IA
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Downers Grove, IA
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Downers Grove, IA
- Average cloud cover in December: 57
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Downers Grove, IA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and July (5mi).
