December weather forecast
Gravel Pit, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Gravel Pit, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 32°F (0°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) in November to an icy 32°F (0°C). During the month of December, Gravel Pit's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 21°F (-6.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is accumulated. In Gravel Pit, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.1 days and aggregates up to 15.31" (389mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Gravel Pit, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Gravel Pit, Iowa, is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Gravel Pit are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Gravel Pit in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Gravel Pit, records 32°F (0°C), while the low-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gravel Pit?

In Gravel Pit, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Gravel Pit in December?

In Gravel Pit, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Gravel Pit?

In Gravel Pit, in December, snow falls for 8.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gravel Pit?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Gravel Pit.

What is the average length of the day in December in Gravel Pit?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Gravel Pit?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gravel Pit, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Gravel Pit?

In Gravel Pit, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Gravel Pit?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Gravel Pit?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Gravel Pit, Iowa, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gravel Pit, IA

Average temperature in December - Gravel Pit, 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
Gravel Pit, IA

Average pressure in December - Gravel Pit, 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
Gravel Pit, IA

Average wind speed in December - Gravel Pit, 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
Gravel Pit, IA

Average humidity in December - Gravel Pit, 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
Gravel Pit, IA

Average rainfall in December - Gravel Pit, 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
Gravel Pit, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Gravel Pit, 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
Gravel Pit, IA

Average snowfall in December - Gravel Pit, 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
Gravel Pit, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Gravel Pit, 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
Gravel Pit, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gravel Pit, 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 12min).

  • 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
Gravel Pit, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Gravel Pit, 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
Gravel Pit, IA

Average UV index in December - Gravel Pit, 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
Gravel Pit, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Gravel Pit, 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
Gravel Pit, IA

Average visibility in December - Gravel Pit, 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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