December weather forecast
Du Bois, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Du Bois, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). The average low-temperature during December nights is a subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, in Du Bois, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Du Bois, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.8 days and collects up to 37.83" (961mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, September, November and December are months with snowfall. In Du Bois, in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow. In Du Bois, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.2 days and aggregates up to 7.87" (200mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Du Bois, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Du Bois, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Du Bois, Illinois, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Du Bois during December?

In Du Bois, 42.8°F (6°C) is the average high-temperature and 30.7°F (-0.7°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent 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 Du Bois?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Du Bois?

In Du Bois, in December, during 9.2 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Du Bois?

In Du Bois, Illinois, in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Du Bois?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Du Bois have in December?

In December, the average day length in Du Bois, Illinois, is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Du Bois?

On the first day of December in Du Bois, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Du Bois have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Du Bois?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Du Bois?

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

Average temperature in December - Du Bois, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

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Average pressure in December
Du Bois, IL

Average pressure in December - Du Bois, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Du Bois, IL

Average wind speed in December - Du Bois, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Du Bois, IL

Average humidity in December - Du Bois, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Du Bois, IL

Average rainfall in December - Du Bois, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in December
Du Bois, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Du Bois, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (9.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Du Bois, IL

Average snowfall in December - Du Bois, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Du Bois, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Du Bois, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Du Bois, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Du Bois, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Du Bois, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Du Bois, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Du Bois, IL

Average UV index in December - Du Bois, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Du Bois, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Du Bois, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Du Bois, IL

Average visibility in December - Du Bois, 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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