December weather forecast
Dorsey, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dorsey, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.8°F (4.9°C) and an average low of 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C) from November's fresh 51.8°F (11°C). Throughout the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Dorsey, in December, during 5.1 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 115.4 rainfall days, and 13.23" (336mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Dorsey. In Dorsey, in December, during 3.3 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Dorsey, during the entire year, snow falls for 17 days and aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Dorsey, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Dorsey?

During December, Dorsey experiences an average high-temperature of 40.8°F (4.9°C) and a low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dorsey?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Dorsey?

In Dorsey, Illinois, in December, it is raining for 5.1 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Dorsey in December?

In Dorsey, Illinois, in December, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dorsey?

December has the shortest days of the year in Dorsey, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Dorsey have in December?

In Dorsey, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Dorsey?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Dorsey?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Dorsey?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Dorsey?

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

Average temperature in December - Dorsey, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).

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Average pressure in December
Dorsey, IL

Average pressure in December - Dorsey, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"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).

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Average wind speed in December
Dorsey, IL

Average wind speed in December - Dorsey, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Dorsey, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Dorsey, IL

Average rainfall in December - Dorsey, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Dorsey, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Dorsey, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Dorsey, IL

Average snowfall in December - Dorsey, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Dorsey, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Dorsey, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.1 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
Dorsey, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dorsey, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Dorsey, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Dorsey, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Dorsey, IL

Average UV index in December - Dorsey, 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
Dorsey, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Dorsey, IL

Average visibility in December - Dorsey, 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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