December weather forecast
Dahlgren, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dahlgren, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C). Dahlgren, in December, observes a steady average low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Dahlgren is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dahlgren, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.1 days and collects up to 29.65" (753mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Dahlgren, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dahlgren, there are 16.7 snowfall days, and 5.79" (147mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, in Dahlgren, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Dahlgren. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Dahlgren?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Dahlgren, Illinois, are 43.3°F (6.3°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dahlgren?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Dahlgren?

In Dahlgren, in December, during 9.4 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Dahlgren in December?

In Dahlgren, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dahlgren?

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

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Dahlgren?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dahlgren, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dahlgren have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Dahlgren is 4.6h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Dahlgren?

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

Average temperature in December - Dahlgren, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Dahlgren, IL

Average pressure in December - Dahlgren, 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 (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Dahlgren, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Dahlgren, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Dahlgren, IL

Average rainfall in December - Dahlgren, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in December
Dahlgren, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Dahlgren, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Dahlgren, IL

Average snowfall in December - Dahlgren, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Dahlgren, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Dahlgren, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 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
Dahlgren, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dahlgren, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Dahlgren, IL

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Dahlgren, IL

Average UV index in December - Dahlgren, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Dahlgren, IL

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Dahlgren, IL

Average visibility in December - Dahlgren, 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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