December weather forecast
West Grove, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in West Grove, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and an average high of 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) in November to an icy 36°F (2.2°C). West Grove, in December, observes a steady average low-temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Humidity

In West Grove, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In West Grove, during December, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in West Grove, Iowa, there are 133.4 rainfall days, and 26.54" (674mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In West Grove, in December, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow. In West Grove, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.8 days and aggregates up to 16.18" (411mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in West Grove, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in West Grove?

The high-temperature, in December, in West Grove, records 36°F (2.2°C), while the low-temperature is 24.1°F (-4.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in West Grove?

In West Grove, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in West Grove in December?

In West Grove, in December, during 7.7 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in West Grove in December?

In December, in West Grove, it is snowing for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

December has the shortest days of the year in West Grove, Iowa, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in West Grove, Iowa, is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in West Grove?

On the first day of December in West Grove, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in West Grove?

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

When is the lowest UV index in West Grove?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in West Grove?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in West Grove is 2. A UV Index value 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
West Grove, IA

Average temperature in December - West Grove, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

Average pressure in December
West Grove, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
West Grove, IA

Average wind speed in December - West Grove, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
West Grove, IA

Average humidity in December - West Grove, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
West Grove, IA

Average rainfall in December - West Grove, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
West Grove, IA

Average rainfall days in December - West Grove, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (16.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Grove, IA

Average snowfall in December - West Grove, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Grove, IA

Average snowfall days in December - West Grove, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 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
West Grove, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Grove, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • 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 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Grove, IA

Average sunshine days in December - West Grove, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
West Grove, IA

Average UV index in December - West Grove, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
West Grove, IA

Average cloud cover in December - West Grove, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
West Grove, IA

Average visibility in December - West 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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