December weather forecast
Gerled, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Gerled, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 16.3°F (-8.7°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

Gerled's weather in December is marked by a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from November's cold 42.3°F (5.7°C) to a freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). An average low-temperature of 16.3°F (-8.7°C) is observed during the December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Gerled, in December, during 4.9 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gerled, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.1 days and collects up to 23.23" (590mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Gerled, in December, during 13.5 snowfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Gerled, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.1 days and aggregates up to 21.89" (556mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Gerled, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Gerled during December are 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and 16.3°F (-8.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Gerled, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Gerled, during December, the rain falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Gerled, in December, during 13.5 snowfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gerled, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gerled have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Gerled, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gerled, IA

Average temperature in December - Gerled, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

Average pressure in December
Gerled, IA

Average pressure in December - Gerled, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gerled, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Gerled, IA

Average humidity in December - Gerled, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Gerled, IA

Average rainfall in December - Gerled, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Gerled, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Gerled, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gerled, IA

Average snowfall in December - Gerled, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gerled, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Gerled, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gerled, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gerled, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gerled, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Gerled, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Gerled, IA

Average UV index in December - Gerled, 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 and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Gerled, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Gerled, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Gerled, IA

Average visibility in December - Gerled, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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