December weather forecast
Lake of the Woods, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lake of the Woods, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C). Throughout December, Lake of the Woods experiences a low-temperature average of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Lake of the Woods is 80%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.4 days and accumulates 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Lake of the Woods, during December, snow falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of snow. In Lake of the Woods, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.9 days and aggregates up to 11.81" (300mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Lake of the Woods, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Lake of the Woods are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In Lake of the Woods, in December, the average high-temperature is 37.6°F (3.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Lake of the Woods, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 8.4 days and typically collects 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Lake of the Woods, in December, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Lake of the Woods, in December, snow falls for 7.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lake of the Woods.

How many hours of daylight does Lake of the Woods have in December?

In Lake of the Woods, the average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lake of the Woods have in December?

In Lake of the Woods, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lake of the Woods, IL

Average temperature in December - Lake of the Woods, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Lake of the Woods, IL

Average pressure in December - Lake of the Woods, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lake of the Woods, IL

Average wind speed in December - Lake of the Woods, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Lake of the Woods, IL

Average humidity in December - Lake of the Woods, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Lake of the Woods, IL

Average rainfall in December - Lake of the Woods, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Lake of the Woods, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Lake of the Woods, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lake of the Woods, IL

Average snowfall in December - Lake of the Woods, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lake of the Woods, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Lake of the Woods, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 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
Lake of the Woods, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lake of the Woods, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lake of the Woods, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Lake of the Woods, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Lake of the Woods, IL

Average UV index in December - Lake of the Woods, 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
Lake of the Woods, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Lake of the Woods, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Lake of the Woods, IL

Average visibility in December - Lake of the Woods, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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