December weather forecast
Meredosia, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Meredosia, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a cool 50°F (10°C) to a wintry 38.5°F (3.6°C). In December, Meredosia records an average nighttime temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.4 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 132 rainfall days, and 22.17" (563mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Meredosia, in December, snow falls for 4.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.18" (30mm) of snow. In Meredosia, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.8 days and aggregates up to 8.5" (216mm) 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 7:05 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Meredosia, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 38.5°F (3.6°C) and the low-temperature is 26.8°F (-2.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Meredosia, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Meredosia, during December, the rain falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.7 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Meredosia, the average day length in December is 9h and 24min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Meredosia have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Meredosia, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Meredosia, IL

Average pressure in December - Meredosia, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Meredosia, IL

Average wind speed in December - Meredosia, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Meredosia, IL

Average humidity in December - Meredosia, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Meredosia, IL

Average rainfall in December - Meredosia, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Meredosia, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Meredosia, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Meredosia, IL

Average snowfall in December - Meredosia, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Meredosia, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Meredosia, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
Meredosia, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Meredosia, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Meredosia, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Meredosia, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Meredosia, IL

Average UV index in December - Meredosia, 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
Meredosia, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Meredosia, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Meredosia, IL

Average visibility in December - Meredosia, 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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