December weather forecast
Goose Lake, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Goose Lake, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.6°F (0.9°C) and 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C) to a wintry 33.6°F (0.9°C). Goose Lake temperatures generally rest at a low of 22.6°F (-5.2°C) during the December nights.

Humidity

In Goose Lake, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Goose Lake, in December, during 7.8 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Goose Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.6 days and collects up to 28.86" (733mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Goose Lake, during December, snow falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow. In Goose Lake, Iowa, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.4 days and aggregates up to 14.72" (374mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Goose Lake, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Goose Lake, in December, the average high-temperature is 33.6°F (0.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Goose Lake, in December, during 8.4 snowfall days, 2.32" (59mm) 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?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Goose Lake have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Goose Lake, IA

Average temperature in December - Goose Lake, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Goose Lake, IA

Average pressure in December - Goose Lake, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Goose Lake, IA

Average wind speed in December - Goose Lake, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Goose Lake, IA

Average humidity in December - Goose Lake, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Goose Lake, IA

Average rainfall in December - Goose Lake, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.34").

Average rainfall days in December
Goose Lake, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Goose Lake, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Goose Lake, IA

Average snowfall in December - Goose Lake, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Goose Lake, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Goose Lake, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 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
Goose Lake, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Goose Lake, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Goose Lake, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Goose Lake, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Goose Lake, IA

Average UV index in December - Goose Lake, 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
Goose Lake, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Goose Lake, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Goose Lake, IA

Average visibility in December - Goose Lake, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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