December weather forecast
Hamburg, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Hamburg, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41°F (5°C) and an average low of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a cold 41°F (5°C). Hamburg experiences a mean temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, in Hamburg, the rain falls for 7 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hamburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.3 days and collects up to 17.87" (454mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, in Hamburg, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated. In Hamburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 21 days and aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, in Hamburg, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Hamburg. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Hamburg?

Hamburg in December has an average high-temperature of 41°F (5°C) and an average low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hamburg?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in Hamburg in December?

In Hamburg, Illinois, in December, during 7 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Hamburg in December?

In Hamburg, Illinois, in December, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hamburg?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Hamburg have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hamburg?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hamburg?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Hamburg is 4.9h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Hamburg?

In Hamburg, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Hamburg, IL

Average temperature in December - Hamburg, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Hamburg, IL

Average pressure in December - Hamburg, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hamburg, IL

Average wind speed in December - Hamburg, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Hamburg, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Hamburg, IL

Average rainfall in December - Hamburg, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.17").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Hamburg, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Hamburg, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hamburg, IL

Average snowfall in December - Hamburg, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hamburg, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Hamburg, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.6 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
Hamburg, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hamburg, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (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
Hamburg, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Hamburg, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Hamburg, IL

Average UV index in December - Hamburg, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Hamburg, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Hamburg, 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 28).

Average visibility in December
Hamburg, IL

Average visibility in December - Hamburg, 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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