Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The start of December signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 50°F (10°C) in November to an icy 38.5°F (3.6°C). December is noted for a mean low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).Humidity
In Ashland, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.Rainfall
December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Ashland, in December, during 4.8 snowfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Ashland, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.2 days and aggregates up to 10.39" (264mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Ashland, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Frequently asked questions
Is December cold in Ashland?
What is the average humidity in December in Ashland?
What is the driest month in Ashland?
How much does it rain in Ashland in December?
How much does it snow in Ashland in December?
What is the month with the shortest days in Ashland?
What is the average length of the day in December in Ashland?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ashland?
How many hours of sunshine does Ashland have in December?
When is the lowest UV index in Ashland?
How high is the UV index in December in Ashland?
Average temperature in December
Ashland, IL
- Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Ashland, 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
Ashland, IL
- Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Ashland, IL
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Ashland, IL
- Average rainfall in December: 1.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.5").
Average rainfall days in December
Ashland, IL
- Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Ashland, IL
- Average snowfall in December: 1.46"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Ashland, IL
- Average snowfall days in December: 4.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Ashland, 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 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Ashland, IL
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Ashland, 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
Ashland, IL
- Average cloud cover in December: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Ashland, 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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