December weather forecast
Glidden, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Glidden, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and an average low of 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

Temperature

During Glidden's transition into December, the average high-temperature lessens, moving from a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) in November to a freezing cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C). Glidden anticipates an average minimum temperature of 20.8°F (-6.2°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Glidden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.1 days and collects up to 27.28" (693mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Glidden, in December, snow falls for 9.9 days, with typically accumulated 4.02" (102mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 44.8 snowfall days, and 19.8" (503mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Glidden is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Glidden, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

In Glidden, 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 rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Glidden in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and a low-temperature of 20.8°F (-6.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Glidden?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Glidden?

In Glidden, in December, it is raining for 5 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Glidden in December?

In December, in Glidden, it is snowing for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 4.02" (102mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Glidden?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Glidden, Iowa.

How many hours of daylight does Glidden have in December?

In Glidden, Iowa, the average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Glidden?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Glidden have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Glidden, Iowa, is 4.8h.

How high is the UV index in December in Glidden?

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

Average temperature in December - Glidden, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Glidden, IA

Average pressure in December - Glidden, 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 (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Glidden, IA

Average wind speed in December - Glidden, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Glidden, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Glidden, IA

Average rainfall in December - Glidden, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in December
Glidden, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Glidden, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Glidden, IA

Average snowfall in December - Glidden, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Glidden, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Glidden, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Glidden, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Glidden, 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 5min

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 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Glidden, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Glidden, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

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Average UV index in December
Glidden, IA

Average UV index in December - Glidden, 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 February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Glidden, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Glidden, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Glidden, IA

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

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

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