December weather forecast
Ida Grove, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ida Grove, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19.9°F (-6.7°C) and an average high of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

December's onset is marked by a clear temperature decrease, falling from a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) in November to a freezing cold 30.2°F (-1°C). Throughout the month of December, Ida Grove witnesses an average temperature of 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Humidity

In Ida Grove, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, in Ida Grove, the rain falls for 3.1 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ida Grove, Iowa, there are 97 rainfall days, and 10.12" (257mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Ida Grove, Iowa, during December, snow falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of snow. In Ida Grove, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.1 days and aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Ida Grove, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Ida Grove is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Ida Grove in December?

In Ida Grove, 30.2°F (-1°C) is the average high-temperature and 19.9°F (-6.7°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ida Grove?

In December, the average relative humidity in Ida Grove, Iowa, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ida Grove?

In December, in Ida Grove, Iowa, the rain falls for 3.1 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Ida Grove?

In December, in Ida Grove, Iowa, it is snowing for 7.2 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ida Grove?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ida Grove have in December?

In Ida Grove, the average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Ida Grove?

On the first day of December in Ida Grove, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ida Grove have in December?

In Ida Grove, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

How high is the UV index in December in Ida Grove?

In Ida Grove, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ida Grove, IA

Average temperature in December - Ida Grove, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Ida Grove, IA

Average pressure in December - Ida Grove, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ida Grove, IA

Average wind speed in December - Ida Grove, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Ida Grove, IA

Average humidity in December - Ida Grove, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Ida Grove, IA

Average rainfall in December - Ida Grove, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Ida Grove, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Ida Grove, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ida Grove, IA

Average snowfall in December - Ida Grove, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ida Grove, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Ida Grove, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ida Grove, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ida Grove, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ida Grove, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Ida Grove, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Ida Grove, IA

Average UV index in December - Ida Grove, 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
Ida Grove, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Ida Grove, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Ida Grove, IA

Average visibility in December - Ida Grove, 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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