December weather forecast
Gravity, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Gravity, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and an average low of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Temperature

Onset of December comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C) in November to a wintry 35.2°F (1.8°C). December generally records an average low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Gravity is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.6 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 123.8 rainfall days, and 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Gravity, Iowa. In Gravity, during December, snow falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Gravity, there are 28.8 snowfall days, and 10.51" (267mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Gravity, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Gravity is 5h.

UV index

In Gravity, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Gravity?

During December, Gravity experiences an average high-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and a low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gravity?

In Gravity, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in Gravity in December?

In December, in Gravity, Iowa, the rain falls for 4.6 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Gravity in December?

In Gravity, in December, during 5.4 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gravity?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Gravity.

How many hours of daylight does Gravity have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Gravity?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gravity have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Gravity is 5h.

How high is the UV index in December in Gravity?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Gravity, IA

Average temperature in December - Gravity, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Gravity, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gravity, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Gravity, IA

Average humidity in December - Gravity, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

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

Average rainfall in December
Gravity, IA

Average rainfall in December - Gravity, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Gravity, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Gravity, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gravity, IA

Average snowfall in December - Gravity, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gravity, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Gravity, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gravity, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gravity, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Gravity, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Gravity, IA

Average UV index in December - Gravity, 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
Gravity, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Gravity, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Gravity, IA

Average visibility in December - Gravity, 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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