December weather forecastGillett Grove, IA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Gillett Grove, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 16.9°F (-8.4°C) and an average high of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).Temperature
December is marked by a distinct decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C). The average temperature drops to a still freezing cold 16.9°F (-8.4°C) during the night in the month of December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 84%.Rainfall
In Gillett Grove, in December, during 4 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gillett Grove, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.3 days and collects up to 15.31" (389mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 45.5 snowfall days, and 11.14" (283mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Gillett Grove, IA
- Average high temperature in December: 27.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 16.9°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 (10.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Gillett Grove, 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 (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Gillett Grove, IA
- Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Gillett Grove, 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 (68%).
Average rainfall in December
Gillett Grove, IA
- Average rainfall in December: 0.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").
Average rainfall days in December
Gillett Grove, IA
- Average rainfall days in December: 4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Gillett Grove, IA
- Average snowfall in December: 2.05"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Gillett Grove, IA
- Average snowfall days in December: 9.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gillett Grove, IA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 6min
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 24min
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 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Gillett Grove, IA
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Gillett Grove, 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 and February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Gillett Grove, IA
- Average cloud cover in December: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Gillett Grove, IA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
