December weather forecast
Colona, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Colona, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.5°F (1.4°C) and min 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Temperature

Setting in of December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C) in November to a cold 34.5°F (1.4°C). December brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.1 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, September through December. In December, it is snowing for 5 days. Throughout December, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 24.5 snowfall days, and 4.09" (104mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Colona is 4.2h.

UV index

In Colona, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Colona in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Colona are 34.5°F (1.4°C) and 23.9°F (-4.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Colona?

In Colona, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the driest month in Colona?

The month with the least rainfall in Colona, Illinois, is December, when the rain falls for 4.1 days and typically collects 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Colona in December?

In Colona, in December, during 4.1 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Colona?

In Colona, Illinois, in December, during 5 snowfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Colona?

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

How many hours of daylight does Colona have in December?

In Colona, Illinois, the average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Colona?

On the first day of December in Colona, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Colona have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Colona?

In Colona, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Colona, IL

Average temperature in December - Colona, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Colona, IL

Average pressure in December - Colona, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Colona, IL

Average wind speed in December - Colona, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Colona, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Colona, IL

Average rainfall in December - Colona, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Colona, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Colona, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Colona, IL

Average snowfall in December - Colona, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Colona, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Colona, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Colona, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Colona, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Colona, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Colona, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Colona, IL

Average UV index in December - Colona, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Colona, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Colona, IL

Average visibility in December - Colona, IL
  • 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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