December weather forecast
Hazleton, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Hazleton, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Temperature

Welcoming December, Hazleton observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C) to a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C). In Hazleton, December nights witness a steady temperature drop to 20.1°F (-6.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hazleton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.7 days and collects up to 29.65" (753mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is accumulated. In Hazleton, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.1 days and aggregates up to 18.39" (467mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Hazleton, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Hazleton, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Hazleton, 30.4°F (-0.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 20.1°F (-6.6°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Hazleton, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Hazleton, in December, during 5.5 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Hazleton have in December?

The average day length in December in Hazleton, Iowa, is 9h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Hazleton, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Hazleton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Hazleton, IA

Average temperature in December - Hazleton, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.4°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 (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Hazleton, IA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hazleton, IA

Average wind speed in December - Hazleton, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Hazleton, IA

Average humidity in December - Hazleton, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Hazleton, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Hazleton, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Hazleton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hazleton, IA

Average snowfall in December - Hazleton, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hazleton, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Hazleton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hazleton, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hazleton, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Hazleton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Hazleton, IA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Hazleton, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Hazleton, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Hazleton, IA

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

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

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