December weather forecast
Darrow, IL

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

December suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C) in November to an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C). Darrow's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Darrow is 81%.

Rainfall

In Darrow, during December, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, 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 Darrow, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow. In Darrow, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.9 days and aggregates up to 9.17" (233mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Darrow, 36.5°F (2.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 26.4°F (-3.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

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

How many days does it snow in December?

In Darrow, 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Darrow, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:23 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 Darrow, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Darrow, IL

Average temperature in December - Darrow, 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
Darrow, IL

Average pressure in December - Darrow, 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
Darrow, IL

Average wind speed in December - Darrow, 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
Darrow, IL

Average humidity in December - Darrow, 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
Darrow, IL

Average rainfall in December - Darrow, 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
Darrow, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Darrow, 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
Darrow, IL

Average snowfall in December - Darrow, 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
Darrow, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Darrow, 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
Darrow, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Darrow, 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
Darrow, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Darrow, 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
Darrow, IL

Average UV index in December - Darrow, 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
Darrow, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Darrow, 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
Darrow, IL

Average visibility in December - Darrow, 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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