December weather forecast
Glenwood, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Glenwood, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and max 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

A noticeable downshift in temperatures is seen as November gives way to December, with average highs moving from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) to an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C). December nights in Glenwood experience a consistent temperature drop to a subzero cold 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Glenwood, Iowa, in December, it is raining for 5.2 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Glenwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.5 days and collects up to 27.48" (698mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Glenwood are January through May, October through December. In Glenwood, in December, during 6.5 snowfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Glenwood, there are 31.3 snowfall days, and 12.56" (319mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Glenwood.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Glenwood. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Glenwood?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Glenwood, Iowa, are 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 22.5°F (-5.3°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Glenwood?

In December, the average relative humidity in Glenwood, Iowa, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Glenwood?

In Glenwood, in December, it is raining for 5.2 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Glenwood?

In Glenwood, Iowa, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Glenwood?

The month with the shortest days in Glenwood, Iowa, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Glenwood have in December?

In Glenwood, Iowa, the average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Glenwood?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Glenwood, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Glenwood have in December?

In Glenwood, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Glenwood?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Glenwood?

In Glenwood, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Glenwood, IA

Average temperature in December - Glenwood, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Glenwood, IA

Average pressure in December - Glenwood, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"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).

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Average wind speed in December
Glenwood, IA

Average wind speed in December - Glenwood, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Glenwood, IA

Average humidity in December - Glenwood, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in December
Glenwood, IA

Average rainfall in December - Glenwood, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.83").

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Average rainfall days in December
Glenwood, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Glenwood, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Glenwood, IA

Average snowfall in December - Glenwood, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Glenwood, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Glenwood, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 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
Glenwood, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Glenwood, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

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 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Glenwood, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Glenwood, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Glenwood, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Glenwood, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Glenwood, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Glenwood, IA

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

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

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