December weather forecast
Colusa, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Colusa, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

Stepping into December, Colusa observes a temperature decline, with the average high falling from November's frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C) to a cold 37°F (2.8°C). Colusa, during December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Humidity

In Colusa, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Colusa, in December, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Colusa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.6 days and collects up to 21.02" (534mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Colusa, in December, during 5.4 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 26.4 snowfall days, and 9.06" (230mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Colusa.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, in Colusa, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Colusa, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Colusa?

In December, in Colusa, the average high-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Colusa?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in Colusa in December?

In Colusa, during December, the rain falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Colusa in December?

In Colusa, in December, snow falls for 5.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Colusa?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Colusa have in December?

In Colusa, Illinois, the average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Colusa?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Colusa?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Colusa is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Colusa?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Colusa?

In Colusa, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Colusa, IL

Average temperature in December - Colusa, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Colusa, IL

Average pressure in December - Colusa, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Colusa, IL

Average wind speed in December - Colusa, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Colusa, IL

Average humidity in December - Colusa, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Colusa, IL

Average rainfall in December - Colusa, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

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Average rainfall days in December
Colusa, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Colusa, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Colusa, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Colusa, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Colusa, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Colusa, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Colusa, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Colusa, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Colusa, IL

Average UV index in December - Colusa, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Colusa, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Colusa, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Colusa, IL

Average visibility in December - Colusa, 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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