December weather forecast
Grundy Center, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Grundy Center, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and min 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Temperature

In Grundy Center, the average high-temperature in December drops from a frosty 44.6°F (7°C) in November to a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C). Throughout December, the temperature falls to an average low of 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Grundy Center is 82%.

Rainfall

In Grundy Center, during December, the rain falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 137.9 rainfall days, and 28.62" (727mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Grundy Center, in December, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.83" (72mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 42.6 snowfall days, and 17.36" (441mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Grundy Center, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Grundy Center, Iowa, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Grundy Center?

In Grundy Center, in December, the average high-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Grundy Center?

In December, the average relative humidity in Grundy Center, Iowa, is 82%.

How much does it rain in Grundy Center in December?

In December, in Grundy Center, Iowa, the rain falls for 5.7 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Grundy Center in December?

In Grundy Center, Iowa, in December, during 8.8 snowfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Grundy Center?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Grundy Center?

In Grundy Center, the average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Grundy Center?

On the first day of December in Grundy Center, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Grundy Center?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Grundy Center?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Grundy Center?

In Grundy Center, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Grundy Center, IA

Average temperature in December - Grundy Center, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.5°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
Grundy Center, IA

Average pressure in December - Grundy Center, 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
Grundy Center, IA

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

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 (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Grundy Center, IA

Average humidity in December - Grundy Center, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Grundy Center, IA

Average rainfall in December - Grundy Center, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Grundy Center, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Grundy Center, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Grundy Center, IA

Average snowfall in December - Grundy Center, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Grundy Center, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Grundy Center, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Grundy Center, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Grundy Center, 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
Grundy Center, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Grundy Center, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Grundy Center, IA

Average UV index in December - Grundy Center, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Grundy Center, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Grundy Center, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

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 31).

Average visibility in December
Grundy Center, IA

Average visibility in December - Grundy Center, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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