December weather forecast
Dongola, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dongola, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 44.8°F (7.1°C) and 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of December coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 32.2°F (0.1°C) during December.

Humidity

In Dongola, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dongola, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143 days and collects up to 27.44" (697mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Dongola, in December, during 2.6 snowfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Dongola, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.9 days and aggregates up to 6.06" (154mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, in Dongola, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Dongola in December?

The high-temperature during December is 44.8°F (7.1°C) and the low-temperature is 32.2°F (0.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dongola?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Dongola, Illinois, in December, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Dongola, in December, during 2.6 snowfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Dongola, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December
Dongola, IL

Average temperature in December - Dongola, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Dongola, IL

Average pressure in December - Dongola, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dongola, IL

Average wind speed in December - Dongola, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Dongola, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Dongola, IL

Average rainfall in December - Dongola, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Dongola, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Dongola, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dongola, IL

Average snowfall in December - Dongola, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dongola, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Dongola, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Dongola, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dongola, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dongola, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Dongola, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Dongola, IL

Average UV index in December - Dongola, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Dongola, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Dongola, IL

Average visibility in December - Dongola, 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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