December weather forecast
Grafton, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Grafton, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and min 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's wintry 41.4°F (5.2°C) to a subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). Throughout the nights in December, Grafton experiences an average low-temperature of 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

Humidity

In Grafton, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Grafton, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 134.3 rainfall days, and 25.08" (637mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Grafton, in December, during 12.6 snowfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Grafton, there are 57 snowfall days, and 22.83" (580mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Grafton, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Grafton in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Grafton, is 27.3°F (-2.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Grafton?

The average relative humidity in December in Grafton is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Grafton?

In Grafton, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Grafton?

In December, in Grafton, it is snowing for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Grafton?

December has the shortest days of the year in Grafton, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Grafton have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Grafton?

On the first day of December in Grafton, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Grafton?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Grafton?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Grafton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Grafton, Iowa, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Grafton, IA

Average temperature in December - Grafton, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Grafton, IA

Average pressure in December - Grafton, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Grafton, IA

Average wind speed in December - Grafton, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Grafton, IA

Average humidity in December - Grafton, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Grafton, IA

Average rainfall in December - Grafton, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in December
Grafton, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Grafton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Grafton, IA

Average snowfall in December - Grafton, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Grafton, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Grafton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 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
Grafton, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Grafton, 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Grafton, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Grafton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Grafton, IA

Average UV index in December - Grafton, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Grafton, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Grafton, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Grafton, IA

Average visibility in December - Grafton, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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