December weather forecast
Freeburg, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Freeburg, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

Freeburg's progression into December includes a drop in the average high-temperature, from a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to a frosty 43°F (6.1°C). During December, the average low-temperature is a subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

In Freeburg, Illinois, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.3 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Freeburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.2 days and collects up to 10.31" (262mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Freeburg, Illinois, in December, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Freeburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.9 days and aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Freeburg, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 43°F (6.1°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Freeburg, during December, the rain falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Freeburg, during December, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

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 in Freeburg.

How many hours of daylight does Freeburg have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Freeburg have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Freeburg, IL

Average temperature in December - Freeburg, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in December
Freeburg, IL

Average pressure in December - Freeburg, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"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
Freeburg, IL

Average wind speed in December - Freeburg, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Freeburg, IL

Average humidity in December - Freeburg, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

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

Average rainfall in December
Freeburg, IL

Average rainfall in December - Freeburg, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Freeburg, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Freeburg, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Freeburg, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Freeburg, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 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
Freeburg, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Freeburg, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Freeburg, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Freeburg, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Freeburg, IL

Average UV index in December - Freeburg, 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
Freeburg, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Freeburg, IL

Average visibility in December - Freeburg, 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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