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Grinnell weather in December (Iowa, United States of America)

How's the weather trend in Grinnell as December approaches? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of December in Grinnell typically includes very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. December is part of the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 1°C. But by evening, they drop to around -8°C. You will probably experience very cold weather in this month, so dressing warmly is vital. Be sure to prepare for the chill with the right clothing.

Precipitation

Grinnell in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 63 mm for the month. You can typically expect 10 days days of snow/rain this month, based on climate records.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Grinnell. September typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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Grinnell, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 1°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 33%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 63 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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