December weather forecast
Colonial Meadows, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Colonial Meadows, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 47.7°F (8.7°C) in November to an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C). In Colonial Meadows, in December, the average low-temperature is a subzero cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9 days and accumulates 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Colonial Meadows, it is snowing for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is accumulated. In Colonial Meadows, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.7 days and aggregates up to 17.01" (432mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, in Colonial Meadows, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Colonial Meadows is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Colonial Meadows, records 36.5°F (2.5°C), while the low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Colonial Meadows?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 9 days and typically collects 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Colonial Meadows, in December, during 9 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Colonial Meadows, in December, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Colonial Meadows?

The average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in Colonial Meadows, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Colonial Meadows have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Colonial Meadows, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Colonial Meadows, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Colonial Meadows, IL

Average pressure in December - Colonial Meadows, IL
  • 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Colonial Meadows, IL

Average wind speed in December - Colonial Meadows, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Colonial Meadows, IL

Average humidity in December - Colonial Meadows, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Colonial Meadows, IL

Average rainfall in December - Colonial Meadows, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Colonial Meadows, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Colonial Meadows, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Colonial Meadows, IL

Average snowfall in December - Colonial Meadows, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Colonial Meadows, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Colonial Meadows, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 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
Colonial Meadows, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Colonial Meadows, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Colonial Meadows, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Colonial Meadows, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Colonial Meadows, IL

Average UV index in December - Colonial Meadows, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Colonial Meadows, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Colonial Meadows, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Colonial Meadows, IL

Average visibility in December - Colonial Meadows, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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