December weather forecast
Donovan, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Donovan, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and an average low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

In Donovan, the average high-temperature in December drops from a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) in November to a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C). The average temperature in Donovan during December nights dips to a subzero cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Donovan, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 136.7 rainfall days, and 19.72" (501mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Donovan are January through April, November and December. In Donovan, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow. In Donovan, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.9 days and aggregates up to 9.17" (233mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Donovan, Illinois, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:32 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Donovan, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Donovan. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Donovan in December?

During December, Donovan experiences an average high-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and a low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Donovan?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Donovan in December?

In Donovan, during December, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Donovan in December?

In December, in Donovan, Illinois, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Donovan?

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

How many hours of daylight does Donovan have in December?

In Donovan, the average day length in December is 9h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Donovan?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, in Donovan, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:32 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Donovan have in December?

In Donovan, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Donovan?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Donovan?

In Donovan, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Donovan, IL

Average temperature in December - Donovan, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Donovan, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Donovan, IL

Average wind speed in December - Donovan, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Donovan, IL

Average humidity in December - Donovan, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Donovan, IL

Average rainfall in December - Donovan, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in December
Donovan, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Donovan, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Donovan, IL

Average snowfall in December - Donovan, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Donovan, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Donovan, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 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
Donovan, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Donovan, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Donovan, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Donovan, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Donovan, IL

Average UV index in December - Donovan, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Donovan, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Donovan, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Donovan, IL

Average visibility in December - Donovan, 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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