December weather forecast
Hayfield, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hayfield, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and min 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

Temperature

Hayfield, Iowa, in December sees a clear temperature decline, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a wintry 42.6°F (5.9°C) in November to a subzero cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C). In December, Hayfield records an average nighttime temperature of 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Hayfield, in December, during 5.7 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hayfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.2 days and collects up to 25.39" (645mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Hayfield, Iowa, 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

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hayfield.
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 December, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Hayfield in December has an average high-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Hayfield, in December, it is raining for 5.7 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated 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?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, 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 many hours of sunshine does Hayfield have in December?

In Hayfield, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hayfield, IA

Average temperature in December - Hayfield, 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
Hayfield, IA

Average pressure in December - Hayfield, 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
Hayfield, IA

Average wind speed in December - Hayfield, 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
Hayfield, IA

Average humidity in December - Hayfield, 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
Hayfield, IA

Average rainfall in December - Hayfield, 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
Hayfield, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Hayfield, 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
Hayfield, IA

Average snowfall in December - Hayfield, 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
Hayfield, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Hayfield, 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
Hayfield, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hayfield, 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 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
Hayfield, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Hayfield, 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
Hayfield, IA

Average UV index in December - Hayfield, 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
Hayfield, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Hayfield, 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
Hayfield, IA

Average visibility in December - Hayfield, 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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