December weather forecast
Oakdale, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Oakdale, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). Oakdale's December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Oakdale, during December, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. In Oakdale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.8 days and collects up to 37.83" (961mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, September, November and December. In Oakdale, in December, during 4.5 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Oakdale, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.2 days and aggregates up to 7.87" (200mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Oakdale is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Oakdale is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Oakdale?

The high-temperature in Oakdale, Illinois, during December is 42.8°F (6°C) and the low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Oakdale?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Oakdale?

In Oakdale, during December, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Oakdale?

In Oakdale, Illinois, in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Oakdale?

December has the shortest days of the year in Oakdale, Illinois, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Oakdale?

In Oakdale, the average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Oakdale?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Oakdale have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Oakdale is 4.8h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Oakdale?

In Oakdale, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Oakdale, IL

Average temperature in December - Oakdale, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°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 (25°F).

Average pressure in December
Oakdale, IL

Average pressure in December - Oakdale, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Oakdale, IL

Average wind speed in December - Oakdale, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Oakdale, IL

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Oakdale, IL

Average rainfall in December - Oakdale, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Oakdale, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Oakdale, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Oakdale, IL

Average snowfall in December - Oakdale, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Oakdale, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Oakdale, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Oakdale, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oakdale, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oakdale, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Oakdale, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Oakdale, IL

Average UV index in December - Oakdale, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Oakdale, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Oakdale, IL

Average visibility in December - Oakdale, 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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