December weather forecast
Grand River, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Grand River, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C) to a cold 35.6°F (2°C). Grand River records an average low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 5.7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Grand River, in December, during 5.9 snowfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 30.2 snowfall days, and 10.16" (258mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Grand River, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Grand River, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

In Grand River, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Grand River?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Grand River, Iowa, are 35.6°F (2°C) and 23.4°F (-4.8°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Grand River?

In December, the average relative humidity in Grand River, Iowa, is 79%.

What is the driest month in Grand River?

January and December are months with the least rain in Grand River, Iowa, when the rain falls for 5.7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Grand River in December?

In Grand River, Iowa, in December, it is raining for 5.7 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Grand River in December?

In Grand River, Iowa, in December, during 5.9 snowfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Grand River?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Grand River?

The average day length in December in Grand River, Iowa, is 9h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Grand River?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in Grand River, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Grand River?

The average sunshine duration in December in Grand River is 4.9h.

How high is the UV index in December in Grand River?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Grand River is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Grand River, IA

Average temperature in December - Grand River, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Grand River, IA

Average pressure in December - Grand River, 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 (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Grand River, IA

Average wind speed in December - Grand River, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Grand River, IA

Average humidity in December - Grand River, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Grand River, IA

Average rainfall in December - Grand River, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Grand River, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Grand River, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Grand River, IA

Average snowfall in December - Grand River, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Grand River, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Grand River, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 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
Grand River, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Grand River, 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: 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 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Grand River, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Grand River, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Grand River, IA

Average UV index in December - Grand River, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Grand River, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Grand River, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Grand River, IA

Average visibility in December - Grand River, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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