December weather forecast
Medora, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Medora, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.6°F (4.8°C) and min 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) to an icy 40.6°F (4.8°C). Throughout the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Medora, in December, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Medora, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.9 days and collects up to 27.36" (695mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Medora, Illinois, in December, during 3.9 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Medora, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.8 days and aggregates up to 7.91" (201mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Medora, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Medora, the average high-temperature is 40.6°F (4.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.3°F (-1.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Medora, during December, snow falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Medora?

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

How many hours of daylight does Medora have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Medora?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Medora, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Medora, IL

Average temperature in December - Medora, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Medora, IL

Average pressure in December - Medora, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Medora, IL

Average wind speed in December - Medora, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Medora, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Medora, IL

Average rainfall in December - Medora, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Medora, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Medora, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Medora, IL

Average snowfall in December - Medora, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Medora, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 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
Medora, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Medora, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Medora, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Medora, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Medora, IL

Average UV index in December - Medora, 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
Medora, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Medora, IL

Average visibility in December - Medora, 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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