December weather forecastHartford, IA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Hartford, Iowa, with an average temperature varying between 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C).Temperature
December ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) to an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C). Hartford, in December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 78%.Rainfall
In Hartford, during December, the rain falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. In Hartford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.7 days and collects up to 26.34" (669mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hartford, in December, snow falls for 7 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In Hartford, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.2 days and aggregates up to 13.31" (338mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Hartford, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.UV index
In Hartford, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Average temperature in December
Hartford, IA
- Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Hartford, 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 (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Hartford, IA
- Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).
Average humidity in December
Hartford, IA
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Hartford, IA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.02"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").
Average rainfall days in December
Hartford, IA
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Hartford, IA
- Average snowfall in December: 1.42"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Hartford, IA
- Average snowfall days in December: 7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hartford, IA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
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 12min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 36min
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 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Hartford, IA
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Hartford, 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
Hartford, IA
- Average cloud cover in December: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Hartford, IA
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).
