December weather forecastDalton City, IL
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Dalton City, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.5°F (3.6°C) and an average low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).Temperature
Start of December brings a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C) to an icy 38.5°F (3.6°C). Throughout December, Dalton City registers a consistent average low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).Humidity
In Dalton City, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.Rainfall
The months with the least rainfall are February and December Rain falls for 7.1 days and accumulates 0.87" (22mm) of rain.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Dalton City. In Dalton City, during December, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.1 snowfall days, and 5.67" (144mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine 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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. 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. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Dalton City, IL
- Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Dalton City, 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 (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Dalton City, IL
- Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Dalton City, IL
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Dalton City, IL
- Average rainfall in December: 0.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.01").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.87").
Average rainfall days in December
Dalton City, IL
- Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Dalton City, IL
- Average snowfall in December: 0.83"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Dalton City, IL
- Average snowfall days in December: 5.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dalton City, IL
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 24min
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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Dalton City, IL
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Dalton City, 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
Dalton City, 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 September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in December
Dalton City, 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).
