December weather forecast
Little Groves, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Little Groves, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

December brings a minor decrease, with the average high-temperature reducing from a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C) in November to an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C). During the month of December, Little Groves anticipates a mean low-temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Little Groves, in December, during 6.9 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Little Groves, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.1 days and collects up to 27.32" (694mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Little Groves, in December, during 6.9 snowfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Little Groves, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.5 days and aggregates up to 12.8" (325mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 34.3°F (1.3°C) and the low-temperature is 23.7°F (-4.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Little Groves, in December, during 6.9 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Little Groves?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Little Groves, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Little Groves, IA

Average temperature in December - Little Groves, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Little Groves, IA

Average pressure in December - Little Groves, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Little Groves, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Little Groves, IA

Average humidity in December - Little Groves, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Little Groves, IA

Average rainfall in December - Little Groves, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Little Groves, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Little Groves, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Little Groves, IA

Average snowfall in December - Little Groves, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Little Groves, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Little Groves, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 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
Little Groves, IA

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

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Little Groves, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Little Groves, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Little Groves, IA

Average UV index in December - Little Groves, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Little Groves, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Little Groves, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Little Groves, IA

Average visibility in December - Little Groves, 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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