December weather forecast
Hansell, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hansell, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and an average low of 19°F (-7.2°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Hansell's weather changes as the average high-temperature falls from a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C). Hansell in December experiences a low-temperature average of 19°F (-7.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Hansell, in December, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.2 rainfall days, and 29.69" (754mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Hansell, Iowa, in December, during 13 snowfall days, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 56 snowfall days, and 24.45" (621mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

In Hansell, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and the low-temperature is 19°F (-7.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Hansell, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Hansell, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Hansell, Iowa, in December, snow falls for 13 days, with typically accumulated 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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 December, the average day length is 9h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hansell have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Hansell?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Hansell, IA

Average temperature in December - Hansell, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Hansell, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hansell, IA

Average wind speed in December - Hansell, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Hansell, IA

Average humidity in December - Hansell, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Hansell, IA

Average rainfall in December - Hansell, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Hansell, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Hansell, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hansell, IA

Average snowfall in December - Hansell, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hansell, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Hansell, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hansell, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hansell, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Hansell, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Hansell, IA

Average UV index in December - Hansell, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Hansell, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Hansell, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Hansell, IA

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

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

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