December weather forecast
Hospers, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hospers, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 17.4°F (-8.1°C) and max 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

Hospers sees a considerable decrease in average high-temperatures during December, falling from a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C). In Hospers, the average low-temperature during the month of December is 17.4°F (-8.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 124 rainfall days, and 24.09" (612mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hospers, during December, snow falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Hospers, there are 49.5 snowfall days, and 18.39" (467mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Hospers, is 28.8°F (-1.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 17.4°F (-8.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Hospers, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Hospers, in December, during 11 snowfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is typically 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

When is 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 Hospers?

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

Average temperature in December - Hospers, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Hospers, IA

Average pressure in December - Hospers, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hospers, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Hospers, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Hospers, IA

Average rainfall in December - Hospers, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Hospers, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Hospers, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hospers, IA

Average snowfall in December - Hospers, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hospers, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Hospers, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hospers, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hospers, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Hospers, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Hospers, IA

Average UV index in December - Hospers, 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
Hospers, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Hospers, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Hospers, IA

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

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

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