December weather forecast
Gowrie, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Gowrie, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21°F (-6.1°C) and an average high of 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

As Gowrie enters December, the average high-temperature decreases from the a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) of November to a wintry 32°F (0°C). Gowrie usually reports an average low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C) during the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Gowrie, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Gowrie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.7 days and collects up to 26.5" (673mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Gowrie, in December, during 8.3 snowfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 38.1 snowfall days, and 15.31" (389mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Gowrie, Iowa, is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Gowrie, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Gowrie in December?

Gowrie in December has an average high-temperature of 32°F (0°C) and an average low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gowrie?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in Gowrie in December?

In Gowrie, Iowa, in December, it is raining for 4.8 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Gowrie?

In Gowrie, in December, during 8.3 snowfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gowrie?

December has the shortest days of the year in Gowrie, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Gowrie have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Gowrie?

On the first day of December in Gowrie, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Gowrie?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Gowrie?

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

Average temperature in December - Gowrie, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Gowrie, IA

Average pressure in December - Gowrie, 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
Gowrie, IA

Average wind speed in December - Gowrie, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Gowrie, IA

Average humidity in December - Gowrie, 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 (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gowrie, IA

Average rainfall in December - Gowrie, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in December
Gowrie, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Gowrie, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Gowrie, IA

Average snowfall in December - Gowrie, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Gowrie, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Gowrie, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Gowrie, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gowrie, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gowrie, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Gowrie, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gowrie, IA

Average UV index in December - Gowrie, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Gowrie, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Gowrie, IA

Average visibility in December - Gowrie, 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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