December weather forecast
Clare, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Clare, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 23°F (-5°C) and max 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C) in November to a wintry 33.1°F (0.6°C). December nights are marked by an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 23°F (-5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152.6 rainfall days, and 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 10 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 44.3 snowfall days, and 17.87" (454mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Clare is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:34 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Clare, Illinois, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 33.1°F (0.6°C) and 23°F (-5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Clare, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 10 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Clare have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:34 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Clare, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Clare, IL

Average temperature in December - Clare, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.1°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 (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Clare, IL

Average pressure in December - Clare, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Clare, IL

Average wind speed in December - Clare, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Clare, IL

Average humidity in December - Clare, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Clare, IL

Average rainfall in December - Clare, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Clare, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Clare, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Clare, IL

Average snowfall in December - Clare, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.55").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Clare, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Clare, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10 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
Clare, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Clare, IL
  • 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Clare, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Clare, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Clare, IL

Average UV index in December - Clare, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Clare, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Clare, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Clare, IL

Average visibility in December - Clare, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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