December weather forecast
East Dubuque, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in East Dubuque, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21°F (-6.1°C) and an average high of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) from November's frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C). In the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 21°F (-6.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.3 rainfall days, and 27.4" (696mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In East Dubuque, Illinois, in December, snow falls for 9 days, with typically accumulated 2.68" (68mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 43.9 snowfall days, and 17.09" (434mm) 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 December in East Dubuque, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In East Dubuque, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in East Dubuque?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in East Dubuque?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in East Dubuque in December?

In December, in East Dubuque, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in East Dubuque in December?

In December, in East Dubuque, Illinois, it is snowing for 9 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in East Dubuque?

The month with the shortest days in East Dubuque, Illinois, is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in East Dubuque?

In East Dubuque, Illinois, the average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in East Dubuque?

On the first day of December in East Dubuque, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does East Dubuque have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index in East Dubuque?

The months with the lowest UV index in East Dubuque are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in East Dubuque?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.4°F).

Average pressure in December
East Dubuque, IL

Average pressure in December - East Dubuque, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
East Dubuque, IL

Average wind speed in December - East Dubuque, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
East Dubuque, IL

Average humidity in December - East Dubuque, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in December
East Dubuque, IL

Average rainfall in December - East Dubuque, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (3.7").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
East Dubuque, IL

Average rainfall days in December - East Dubuque, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
East Dubuque, IL

Average snowfall in December - East Dubuque, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
East Dubuque, IL

Average snowfall days in December - East Dubuque, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9 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
East Dubuque, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East Dubuque, 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: 4h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
East Dubuque, IL

Average sunshine days in December - East Dubuque, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
East Dubuque, IL

Average UV index in December - East Dubuque, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
East Dubuque, IL

Average cloud cover in December - East Dubuque, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
East Dubuque, IL

Average visibility in December - East Dubuque, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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