December weather forecast
Gibson, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Gibson, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 33.8°F (1°C) and 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Temperature

December shows a mild decline in the average high-temperature, falling from November's chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C) to a wintry 33.8°F (1°C). The low-temperature average for Gibson during December stands at a freezing cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Humidity

In Gibson, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gibson, there are 117.7 rainfall days, and 15.12" (384mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Gibson, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.94" (24mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 34.7 snowfall days, and 6.54" (166mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Gibson, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Gibson in December?

During December, Gibson experiences an average high-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C) and a low-temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gibson?

In December, the average relative humidity in Gibson is 80%.

How much does it rain in Gibson in December?

In Gibson, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Gibson?

In Gibson, Iowa, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gibson?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Gibson?

In Gibson, Iowa, the average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Gibson?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gibson have in December?

In Gibson, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

How high is the UV index in December in Gibson?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Gibson is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gibson, IA

Average temperature in December - Gibson, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Gibson, IA

Average pressure in December - Gibson, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Gibson, IA

Average wind speed in December - Gibson, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Gibson, IA

Average humidity in December - Gibson, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gibson, IA

Average rainfall in December - Gibson, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Gibson, IA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Gibson, IA

Average snowfall in December - Gibson, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Gibson, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Gibson, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 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
Gibson, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gibson, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gibson, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Gibson, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gibson, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Gibson, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Gibson, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Gibson, IA

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

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

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