December weather forecast
Gruver, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gruver, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 16.5°F (-8.6°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

As Gruver transitions into December, a noticeable drop in the average high-temperature is observed, falling from a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C) in November to a subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). Throughout December nights, Gruver experiences a consistent temperature average of 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Gruver is 85%.

Rainfall

In Gruver, in December, during 4.4 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 123.7 rainfall days, and 23.66" (601mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 48.8 snowfall days, and 19.76" (502mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Gruver, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

In Gruver, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. 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: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Gruver, the average high-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Gruver, in December, it is raining for 4.4 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Gruver, Iowa, in December, snow falls for 11.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Gruver?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gruver have in December?

In Gruver, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gruver, IA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°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 (9.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Gruver, IA

Average pressure in December - Gruver, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gruver, IA

Average wind speed in December - Gruver, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Gruver, IA

Average humidity in December - Gruver, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Gruver, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Gruver, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Gruver, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gruver, IA

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

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

Average snowfall days in December
Gruver, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Gruver, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gruver, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Gruver, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Gruver, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Gruver, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Gruver, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Gruver, IA

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

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

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