December weather forecast
Coaler, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Coaler, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.5°F (2.5°C) and min 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

December brings a drop in Coaler's average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) in November to an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C). During the nights in December, Coaler experiences a consistent average temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Coaler, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Coaler, there are 136.7 rainfall days, and 19.72" (501mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated. In Coaler, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.9 days and aggregates up to 9.17" (233mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Coaler, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Coaler, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Coaler have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Coaler, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Coaler, 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 rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Coaler, IL

Average temperature in December - Coaler, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Coaler, IL

Average pressure in December - Coaler, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Coaler, IL

Average wind speed in December - Coaler, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Coaler, IL

Average humidity in December - Coaler, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Coaler, IL

Average rainfall in December - Coaler, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Coaler, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Coaler, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Coaler, IL

Average snowfall in December - Coaler, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Coaler, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Coaler, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 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
Coaler, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Coaler, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Coaler, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Coaler, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Coaler, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Coaler, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Coaler, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Coaler, IL

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

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

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