December weather forecast
Garland, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Garland, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Temperature

A change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) to an icy 35.8°F (2.1°C). Garland's average low-temperature during December nights is observed to be a subzero cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Garland is 79%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.5 days and accumulates 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Garland. In Garland, in December, during 6.2 snowfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 32.5 snowfall days, and 9.57" (243mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

In Garland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Garland in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Garland, is 35.8°F (2.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 24.6°F (-4.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Garland?

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

What is the driest month in Garland?

The month with the least rainfall in Garland is December, when the rain falls for 6.5 days and typically collects 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Garland?

In December, in Garland, Iowa, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Garland?

In Garland, Iowa, in December, during 6.2 snowfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Garland?

The month with the shortest days in Garland is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Garland have in December?

In Garland, Iowa, the average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Garland?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Garland, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Garland have in December?

In Garland, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

How high is the UV index in December in Garland?

In Garland, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Garland, IA

Average temperature in December - Garland, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Garland, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Garland, IA

Average wind speed in December - Garland, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Garland, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Garland, IA

Average rainfall in December - Garland, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Garland, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Garland, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Garland, IA

Average snowfall in December - Garland, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Garland, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Garland, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 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
Garland, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Garland, 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 3min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Garland, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Garland, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and December (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Garland, IA

Average UV index in December - Garland, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Garland, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Garland, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Garland, IA

Average visibility in December - Garland, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).

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