December weather forecast
Grant, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Grant, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and an average low of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C) in November to an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C). Nighttime temperatures in December average to a freezing cold 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Humidity

In Grant, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Grant, Iowa, in December, it is raining for 4.7 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Grant, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.1 days and collects up to 19.21" (488mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Grant, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated. In Grant, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.6 days and aggregates up to 8.15" (207mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Grant, Iowa, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Grant, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Grant?

Grant in December has an average high-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Grant?

In Grant, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Grant?

In Grant, Iowa, in December, it is raining for 4.7 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Grant in December?

In Grant, Iowa, in December, during 5.3 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Grant?

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

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Grant?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Grant, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Grant?

The average sunshine duration in December in Grant, Iowa, is 4.9h.

How high is the UV index in December in Grant?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Grant is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Grant, IA

Average temperature in December - Grant, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

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Average pressure in December
Grant, IA

Average pressure in December - Grant, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"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
Grant, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Grant, IA

Average humidity in December - Grant, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Grant, IA

Average rainfall in December - Grant, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in December
Grant, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Grant, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Grant, IA

Average snowfall in December - Grant, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Grant, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Grant, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 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
Grant, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Grant, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Grant, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Grant, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

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Average UV index in December
Grant, IA

Average UV index in December - Grant, 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
Grant, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Grant, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Grant, IA

Average visibility in December - Grant, 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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