December weather forecast
Grafton, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Grafton, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 16.5°F (-8.6°C) and an average high of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's icy 41.4°F (5.2°C) to a freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). December nights in Grafton are marked by an average temperature drop to 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Grafton is 87%.

Rainfall

In Grafton, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 134.3 rainfall days, and 25.08" (637mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Grafton, during December, snow falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow. In Grafton, during the entire year, snow falls for 57 days and aggregates up to 22.83" (580mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Grafton, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and a low-temperature of 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Grafton, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Grafton, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Grafton have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Grafton have in December?

In Grafton, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Grafton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Grafton, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.5°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
Grafton, IA

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Grafton, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Grafton, IA

Average humidity in December - Grafton, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Grafton, IA

Average rainfall in December - Grafton, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Grafton, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Grafton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Grafton, IA

Average snowfall in December - Grafton, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Grafton, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Grafton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Grafton, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Grafton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Grafton, IA

Average UV index in December - Grafton, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Grafton, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Grafton, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Grafton, IA

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

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

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