December weather forecast
Herndon, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Herndon, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 32°F (0°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C).

Temperature

As November transitions to December, the average high-temperature falls from a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) to an icy 32°F (0°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C) is experienced.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Herndon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.7 days and collects up to 26.5" (673mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Herndon, during December, snow falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow. In Herndon, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.1 days and aggregates up to 15.31" (389mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Herndon, is 32°F (0°C), while the low-temperature averages to 21°F (-6.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Herndon, in December, it is raining for 4.8 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 2.64" (67mm) 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 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Herndon have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Herndon, IA

Average temperature in December - Herndon, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 32°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Herndon, IA

Average pressure in December - Herndon, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Herndon, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Herndon, IA

Average humidity in December - Herndon, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Herndon, IA

Average rainfall in December - Herndon, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Herndon, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Herndon, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Herndon, IA

Average snowfall in December - Herndon, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Herndon, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Herndon, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Herndon, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Herndon, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Herndon, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Herndon, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Herndon, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Herndon, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Herndon, IA

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

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

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