December weather forecast
Gunder, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Gunder, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of December coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a cold 42.6°F (5.9°C) in November to a freezing cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C). The nights of December anticipate an average low-temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.4 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 131 rainfall days, and 27.91" (709mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Gunder, it is snowing for 11.9 days. Throughout December, 4.06" (103mm) of snow is accumulated. In Gunder, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.3 days and aggregates up to 21.26" (540mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, in Gunder, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Gunder, in December, the average high-temperature is 28.9°F (-1.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Gunder, in December, during 5.4 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Gunder, in December, snow falls for 11.9 days, with typically accumulated 4.06" (103mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, November 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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Gunder, IA

Average temperature in December - Gunder, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Gunder, IA

Average pressure in December - Gunder, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gunder, IA

Average wind speed in December - Gunder, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

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

Average humidity in December
Gunder, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Gunder, IA

Average rainfall in December - Gunder, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Gunder, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Gunder, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gunder, IA

Average snowfall in December - Gunder, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gunder, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Gunder, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gunder, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gunder, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Gunder, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Gunder, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Gunder, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Gunder, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Gunder, IA

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

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

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