December weather forecast
Hawkeye, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hawkeye, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and an average high of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 42.6°F (5.9°C) in November to a freezing cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C). In December, Hawkeye encounters an average low-temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Hawkeye is 84%.

Rainfall

In Hawkeye, during December, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation. In Hawkeye, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.5 days and collects up to 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Hawkeye, during December, snow falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow. In Hawkeye, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.9 days and aggregates up to 24.84" (631mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hawkeye.
On the first day of December in Hawkeye, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Hawkeye is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Hawkeye are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hawkeye in December?

In Hawkeye, 29.5°F (-1.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 18.9°F (-7.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Hawkeye?

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

How much does it rain in Hawkeye in December?

In Hawkeye, Iowa, during December, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Hawkeye in December?

In December, it is snowing for 13.1 days. Throughout December, 5.04" (128mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hawkeye?

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

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

The average day length in December in Hawkeye is 9h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hawkeye?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hawkeye, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hawkeye have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Hawkeye is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hawkeye?

The months with the lowest UV index in Hawkeye, Iowa, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Hawkeye?

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

Average temperature in December - Hawkeye, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hawkeye, IA

Average pressure in December - Hawkeye, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Hawkeye, IA

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

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).

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Average humidity in December
Hawkeye, IA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hawkeye, IA

Average rainfall in December - Hawkeye, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5.08").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hawkeye, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Hawkeye, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hawkeye, IA

Average snowfall in December - Hawkeye, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hawkeye, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Hawkeye, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hawkeye, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hawkeye, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Hawkeye, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hawkeye, IA

Average UV index in December - Hawkeye, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Hawkeye, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Hawkeye, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Hawkeye, IA

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

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

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