December weather forecast
Blue Grass, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Blue Grass, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 34°F (1.1°C) and 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Temperature

Blue Grass's December weather shows a moderate shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's frosty 46.4°F (8°C) to a cold 34°F (1.1°C). The average temperature during December nights is registered at a subzero cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Humidity

In Blue Grass, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Blue Grass, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.1 rainfall days, and 31.14" (791mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is accumulated. In Blue Grass, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.2 days and aggregates up to 16.54" (420mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Blue Grass, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. 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: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Blue Grass, is 34°F (1.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 23.2°F (-4.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Blue Grass, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Blue Grass, Iowa, in December, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Blue Grass, in December, during 8.6 snowfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Blue Grass, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Blue Grass is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Blue Grass, IA

Average temperature in December - Blue Grass, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.2°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 (15.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Blue Grass, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Blue Grass, IA

Average wind speed in December - Blue Grass, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

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

Average humidity in December
Blue Grass, IA

Average humidity in December - Blue Grass, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Blue Grass, IA

Average rainfall in December - Blue Grass, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Blue Grass, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Blue Grass, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Blue Grass, IA

Average snowfall in December - Blue Grass, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Blue Grass, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Blue Grass, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Blue Grass, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Blue Grass, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Blue Grass, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Blue Grass, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Blue Grass, IA

Average UV index in December - Blue Grass, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Blue Grass, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Blue Grass, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Blue Grass, IA

Average visibility in December - Blue Grass, 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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