December weather forecast
Golden Eagle, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Golden Eagle, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and an average low of 30°F (-1.1°C).

Temperature

December's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). In December, Golden Eagle reports a consistent average low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In Golden Eagle, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Golden Eagle, during December, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. In Golden Eagle, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.4 days and collects up to 20.98" (533mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Golden Eagle, in December, during 4.1 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 19.4 snowfall days, and 4.92" (125mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Golden Eagle is 5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Golden Eagle during December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Golden Eagle, is 41.9°F (5.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Golden Eagle?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Golden Eagle?

In Golden Eagle, in December, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Golden Eagle?

In December, in Golden Eagle, it is snowing for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Golden Eagle?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Golden Eagle?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Golden Eagle?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, in Golden Eagle, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Golden Eagle?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Golden Eagle, Illinois, is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Golden Eagle?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Golden Eagle, Illinois.

How high is the UV index in December in Golden Eagle?

In Golden Eagle, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Golden Eagle, IL

Average temperature in December - Golden Eagle, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Golden Eagle, IL

Average pressure in December - Golden Eagle, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Golden Eagle, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Golden Eagle, IL

Average humidity in December - Golden Eagle, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Golden Eagle, IL

Average rainfall in December - Golden Eagle, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Golden Eagle, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Golden Eagle, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Golden Eagle, IL

Average snowfall in December - Golden Eagle, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Golden Eagle, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Golden Eagle, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.8 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
Golden Eagle, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Golden Eagle, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Golden Eagle, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Golden Eagle, IL

Average UV index in December - Golden Eagle, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Golden Eagle, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Golden Eagle, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Golden Eagle, IL

Average visibility in December - Golden Eagle, 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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