December weather forecast
Plover, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Plover, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and min 19°F (-7.2°C).

Temperature

Plover experiences a noticeable temperature shift with the start of December, with average high-temperatures moving from a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C). In Plover, an average temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C) is noted during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Plover is 82%.

Rainfall

In Plover, in December, during 2.8 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Plover, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.7 days and collects up to 9.29" (236mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Plover. In Plover, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Plover, Iowa, there are 31.5 snowfall days, and 5.51" (140mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:30 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, in Plover, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Plover, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Plover are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Plover?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Plover, Iowa, are 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and 19°F (-7.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Plover?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Plover?

In December, the rain falls for 2.8 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Plover?

In Plover, Iowa, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Plover?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Plover is 9h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Plover?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Plover?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Plover is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Plover?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Plover?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Plover, IA

Average temperature in December - Plover, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Plover, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Plover, IA

Average wind speed in December - Plover, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Plover, IA

Average humidity in December - Plover, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Plover, IA

Average rainfall in December - Plover, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Plover, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Plover, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Plover, IA

Average snowfall in December - Plover, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Plover, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Plover, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Plover, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Plover, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Plover, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Plover, IA

Average UV index in December - Plover, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Plover, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Plover, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Plover, IA

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

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

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