December weather forecast
Hudson, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hudson, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Temperature

Setting in of December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 44.6°F (7°C) in November to a freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C). During the month of December, Hudson's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.2 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hudson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.9 days and collects up to 27.6" (701mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is accumulated. In Hudson, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.1 days and aggregates up to 15.91" (404mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Hudson, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Hudson, Iowa, is 4.3h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Hudson is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. 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: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hudson in December?

The high-temperature in Hudson during December is 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and the low-temperature is 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hudson?

In December, the average relative humidity in Hudson is 82%.

How much does it rain in Hudson in December?

In Hudson, in December, it is raining for 6.2 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Hudson?

In Hudson, Iowa, during December, snow falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hudson?

The month with the shortest days in Hudson, Iowa, is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Hudson, Iowa, is 9h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hudson?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hudson?

In Hudson, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Hudson?

In Hudson, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hudson, IA

Average temperature in December - Hudson, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Hudson, IA

Average pressure in December - Hudson, 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
Hudson, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Hudson, IA

Average humidity in December - Hudson, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Hudson, IA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Hudson, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Hudson, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hudson, IA

Average snowfall in December - Hudson, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hudson, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Hudson, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hudson, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hudson, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Hudson, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Hudson, IA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Hudson, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Hudson, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Hudson, IA

Average visibility in December - Hudson, 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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