December weather forecast
Hawley, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hawley, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

Temperature

Hawley's weather in December is characterized by a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, reducing from an icy 42.6°F (5.9°C) in November to a freezing cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C). Hawley, during December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Hawley, during December, the rain falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Hawley, there are 136.2 rainfall days, and 25.39" (645mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hawley, in December, during 12 snowfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 55.1 snowfall days, and 22.05" (560mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Hawley, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Hawley, is 27.7°F (-2.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Hawley, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Hawley, during December, the rain falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 12 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 3min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Hawley?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in Hawley?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hawley, IA

Average temperature in December - Hawley, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Hawley, IA

Average pressure in December - Hawley, 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
Hawley, IA

Average wind speed in December - Hawley, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Hawley, IA

Average humidity in December - Hawley, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Hawley, IA

Average rainfall in December - Hawley, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Hawley, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Hawley, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hawley, IA

Average snowfall in December - Hawley, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hawley, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Hawley, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12 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
Hawley, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hawley, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hawley, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Hawley, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Hawley, IA

Average UV index in December - Hawley, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Hawley, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Hawley, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Hawley, IA

Average visibility in December - Hawley, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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