December weather forecast
Dix, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Dix, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and max 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

Dix, Illinois, experiences a temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). During the month of December, an average temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, in Dix, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dix, Illinois, there are 145.8 rainfall days, and 29.13" (740mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Dix, in December, snow falls for 2.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow. In Dix, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.4 days and aggregates up to 5.87" (149mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and a low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, in Dix, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Dix have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dix have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Dix, Illinois, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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
Dix, IL

Average temperature in December - Dix, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Dix, IL

Average pressure in December - Dix, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dix, IL

Average wind speed in December - Dix, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Dix, IL

Average humidity in December - Dix, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Dix, IL

Average rainfall in December - Dix, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Dix, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Dix, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dix, IL

Average snowfall in December - Dix, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dix, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Dix, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dix, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dix, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Dix, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Dix, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Dix, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Dix, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Dix, IL

Average visibility in December - Dix, 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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