December weather forecast
Durand, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Durand, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of December comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). Durand experiences a consistent average temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Durand is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, in Durand, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Durand, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90.4 days and collects up to 7.09" (180mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Durand. In Durand, in December, during 7.1 snowfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Durand, there are 32.7 snowfall days, and 3.9" (99mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:34 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Durand, Illinois, is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Durand?

The high-temperature in Durand, Illinois, during December is 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and the low-temperature is 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Durand?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Durand?

In December, in Durand, Illinois, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Durand in December?

In Durand, Illinois, in December, during 7.1 snowfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Durand?

December has the shortest days of the year in Durand, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Durand?

In Durand, the average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Durand?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, in Durand, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:34 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Durand have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Durand is 3.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Durand?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Durand?

In Durand, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Durand, IL

Average temperature in December - Durand, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Durand, IL

Average pressure in December - Durand, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Durand, IL

Average wind speed in December - Durand, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Durand, IL

Average humidity in December - Durand, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Durand, IL

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

Average rainfall days in December
Durand, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Durand, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Durand, IL

Average snowfall in December - Durand, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Durand, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Durand, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 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
Durand, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Durand, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Durand, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Durand, IL

Average UV index in December - Durand, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Durand, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Durand, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Durand, IL

Average visibility in December - Durand, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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