December weather forecast
Gifford, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Gifford, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and an average high of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from November's chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C) to a subzero cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C). An average nighttime temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) is noted in Gifford during the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Gifford, in December, during 3 rainfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gifford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 83.5 days and collects up to 6.5" (165mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Gifford are January through April, October through December. In Gifford, during December, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26.6 snowfall days, and 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Gifford, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Gifford. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Gifford in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Gifford, is 30.9°F (-0.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gifford?

The average relative humidity in December in Gifford, Iowa, is 82%.

How much does it rain in Gifford in December?

In Gifford, in December, during 3 rainfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Gifford in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gifford?

December has the shortest days of the year in Gifford, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Gifford?

The average day length in December in Gifford, Iowa, is 9h and 9min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Gifford?

On the first day of December in Gifford, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gifford have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Gifford?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Gifford?

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

Average temperature in December - Gifford, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Gifford, IA

Average pressure in December - Gifford, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gifford, IA

Average wind speed in December - Gifford, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Gifford, IA

Average humidity in December - Gifford, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Gifford, IA

Average rainfall in December - Gifford, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.06").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Gifford, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Gifford, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gifford, IA

Average snowfall in December - Gifford, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gifford, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Gifford, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gifford, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gifford, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Gifford, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Gifford, IA

Average UV index in December - Gifford, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Gifford, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Gifford, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Gifford, IA

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

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

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