December weather forecast
Hinton, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hinton, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 17.8°F (-7.9°C) and an average high of 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Hinton's weather displays a notable decrease in high-temperatures, falling from November's chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) to a subzero cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C). Hinton, in December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 17.8°F (-7.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Hinton, in December, during 2.6 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hinton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112 days and collects up to 15.71" (399mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Hinton. In Hinton, in December, snow falls for 7.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Hinton, there are 34.7 snowfall days, and 7.52" (191mm) 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 December in Hinton, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hinton in December?

The high-temperature in Hinton, Iowa, during December is 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and the low-temperature is 17.8°F (-7.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hinton?

In Hinton, Iowa, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in Hinton in December?

In Hinton, Iowa, in December, during 2.6 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Hinton in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.4 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hinton?

December has the shortest days of the year in Hinton, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Hinton is 9h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hinton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hinton, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hinton?

In Hinton, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Hinton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Hinton is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hinton, IA

Average temperature in December - Hinton, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hinton, IA

Average pressure in December - Hinton, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Hinton, IA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hinton, IA

Average humidity in December - Hinton, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hinton, IA

Average rainfall in December - Hinton, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hinton, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Hinton, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hinton, IA

Average snowfall in December - Hinton, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hinton, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Hinton, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 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
Hinton, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hinton, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hinton, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Hinton, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hinton, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Hinton, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Hinton, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in December
Hinton, IA

Average visibility in December - Hinton, 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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