December weather forecast
Downers Grove, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Downers Grove, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's chilly 44.6°F (7°C) to a freezing cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C). Downers Grove temperatures generally rest at a low of 21.4°F (-5.9°C) during the December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Downers Grove, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Downers Grove, Iowa, there are 142.5 rainfall days, and 28.27" (718mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Downers Grove are January through April, October through December. In Downers Grove, in December, during 9.4 snowfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Downers Grove, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.2 days and aggregates up to 17.17" (436mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Downers Grove is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
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

In Downers Grove, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Downers Grove. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Downers Grove in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Downers Grove, is 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Downers Grove?

In December, the average relative humidity in Downers Grove, Iowa, is 82%.

How much does it rain in Downers Grove in December?

In Downers Grove, in December, during 7.7 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Downers Grove?

In Downers Grove, in December, during 9.4 snowfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Downers Grove?

The month with the shortest days in Downers Grove, Iowa, is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Downers Grove?

In Downers Grove, the average day length in December is 9h and 9min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Downers Grove?

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.

How long on average sun shines in December in Downers Grove?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Downers Grove?

The months with the lowest UV index in Downers Grove, Iowa, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Downers Grove?

In Downers Grove, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Downers Grove, IA

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).

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Average pressure in December
Downers Grove, IA

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Downers Grove, IA

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).

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Average humidity in December
Downers Grove, IA

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Downers Grove, IA

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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Downers Grove, IA

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).

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Average snowfall in December
Downers Grove, IA

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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Downers Grove, IA

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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Downers Grove, IA

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

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 1min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Downers Grove, IA

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).

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Average UV index in December
Downers Grove, IA

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Downers Grove, IA

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).

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Average visibility in December
Downers Grove, IA

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).

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