December weather forecast
Galt, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Galt, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.7°F (-7.4°C) and 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature goes from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C). Galt's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 18.7°F (-7.4°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Galt is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, in Galt, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 131.8 rainfall days, and 25.31" (643mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Galt, in December, during 10.7 snowfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Galt, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.6 days and aggregates up to 18.11" (460mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates 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. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Galt in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and 18.7°F (-7.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Galt?

In Galt, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in Galt in December?

In December, in Galt, Iowa, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Galt in December?

In Galt, during December, snow falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Galt?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Galt, Iowa.

How many hours of daylight does Galt have in December?

The average day length in December in Galt is 9h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Galt?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Galt?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Galt is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Galt?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in Galt?

In Galt, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Galt, IA

Average temperature in December - Galt, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.5°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 (23.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Galt, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Galt, IA

Average wind speed in December - Galt, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Galt, IA

Average humidity in December - Galt, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Galt, IA

Average rainfall in December - Galt, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in December
Galt, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Galt, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Galt, IA

Average snowfall in December - Galt, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Galt, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Galt, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 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
Galt, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Galt, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Galt, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Galt, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Galt, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Galt, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Galt, IA

Average visibility in December - Galt, 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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