December weather forecast
Pilot Grove, IA

Share

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pilot Grove, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25°F (-3.9°C) and max 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December involves a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C) in November to a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C). During December, Pilot Grove consistently records a temperature low averaging a subzero cold 25°F (-3.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Pilot Grove is 79%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7 days and accumulates 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Pilot Grove, Iowa. In Pilot Grove, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Pilot Grove, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.4 days and aggregates up to 14.21" (361mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Pilot Grove, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Pilot Grove is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Pilot Grove?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and a low-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Pilot Grove?

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

What is the driest month in Pilot Grove?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7 days and accumulates 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Pilot Grove?

In Pilot Grove, Iowa, in December, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Pilot Grove in December?

In Pilot Grove, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pilot Grove?

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 Pilot Grove?

In Pilot Grove, Iowa, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Pilot Grove?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, in Pilot Grove, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pilot Grove have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Pilot Grove?

The months with the lowest UV index in Pilot Grove are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Pilot Grove?

In Pilot Grove, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Pilot Grove, IA

Average temperature in December - Pilot Grove, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in December
Pilot Grove, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in December
Pilot Grove, IA

Average wind speed in December - Pilot Grove, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in December
Pilot Grove, IA

Average humidity in December - Pilot Grove, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in December
Pilot Grove, IA

Average rainfall in December - Pilot Grove, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.38").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in December
Pilot Grove, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Pilot Grove, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in December
Pilot Grove, IA

Average snowfall in December - Pilot Grove, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in December
Pilot Grove, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Pilot Grove, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

[Resources]

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pilot Grove, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pilot Grove, 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 4min

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 12min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in December
Pilot Grove, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Pilot Grove, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in December
Pilot Grove, IA

Average UV index in December - Pilot Grove, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in December
Pilot Grove, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Pilot Grove, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

[Resources]

Average visibility in December
Pilot Grove, IA

Average visibility in December - Pilot Grove, 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).

[Resources]

Pilot Grove, Iowa, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location