December weather forecast
Graettinger, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Graettinger, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28°F (-2.2°C) and 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature decreases considerably from a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C) in November to a freezing cold 28°F (-2.2°C). Graettinger experiences a steady low-temperature of 17.4°F (-8.1°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Graettinger is 84%.

Rainfall

In Graettinger, in December, it is raining for 4.4 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Graettinger, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138 days and collects up to 26.77" (680mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Graettinger are January through May, October through December. In Graettinger, in December, snow falls for 11.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.74" (95mm) of snow. In Graettinger, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 51.6 days and aggregates up to 23.03" (585mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Graettinger.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Graettinger is 4.4h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Graettinger is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Graettinger?

In December, in Graettinger, the average high-temperature is 28°F (-2.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 17.4°F (-8.1°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Graettinger?

In Graettinger, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in Graettinger in December?

In Graettinger, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Graettinger?

In Graettinger, Iowa, in December, snow falls for 11.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Graettinger?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Graettinger, Iowa, is 9h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Graettinger?

On the first day of December in Graettinger, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Graettinger?

The average sunshine duration in December in Graettinger is 4.4h.

How high is the UV index in December in Graettinger?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Graettinger is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Graettinger, IA

Average temperature in December - Graettinger, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 28°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.4°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).

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Average pressure in December
Graettinger, IA

Average pressure in December - Graettinger, 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
Graettinger, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Graettinger, IA

Average humidity in December - Graettinger, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Graettinger, IA

Average rainfall in December - Graettinger, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in December
Graettinger, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Graettinger, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Graettinger, IA

Average snowfall in December - Graettinger, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Graettinger, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Graettinger, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 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
Graettinger, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Graettinger, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

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
Graettinger, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Graettinger, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Graettinger, IA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Graettinger, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Graettinger, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Graettinger, IA

Average visibility in December - Graettinger, 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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