December weather forecast
Grant, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Grant, Iowa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C) to an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C). Throughout the December nights, Grant encounters a low-temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.7 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 115.1 rainfall days, and 19.21" (488mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Grant are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated. In Grant, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.6 days and aggregates up to 8.15" (207mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Grant, is 34.3°F (1.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 22.1°F (-5.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in Grant in December?

In Grant, in December, during 4.7 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Grant, in December, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Grant have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Grant have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Grant, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°F).

Average pressure in December
Grant, IA

Average pressure in December - Grant, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Grant, IA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Grant, IA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Grant, IA

Average rainfall in December - Grant, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Grant, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Grant, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Grant, IA

Average snowfall in December - Grant, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Grant, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Grant, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Grant, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Grant, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Grant, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Grant, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Grant, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Grant, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Grant, IA

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

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

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