December weather forecast
Huron, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Huron, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 24.8°F (-4°C).

Temperature

December's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's chilly 48.2°F (9°C) to a cold 36.1°F (2.3°C). Huron records an average nighttime low of 24.8°F (-4°C) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and December Rain falls for 7.7 days and accumulates 1.46" (37mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Huron, during December, snow falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow. In Huron, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.6 days and aggregates up to 13.66" (347mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Huron, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Huron, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

In Huron, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Huron, 36.1°F (2.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 24.8°F (-4°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are January and December Rain falls for 7.7 days and accumulates 1.46" (37mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Huron, in December, during 7.7 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Huron, in December, during 6.9 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Huron, the average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Huron have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Huron, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Huron, IA

Average temperature in December - Huron, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Huron, IA

Average pressure in December - Huron, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Huron, IA

Average wind speed in December - Huron, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Huron, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Huron, IA

Average rainfall in December - Huron, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Huron, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Huron, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Huron, IA

Average snowfall in December - Huron, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Huron, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Huron, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Huron, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Huron, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Huron, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Huron, IA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Huron, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Huron, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Huron, IA

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

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

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