December weather forecastGlasgow, IL
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Glasgow, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and an average high of 39.2°F (4°C).Temperature
Glasgow's progression into December involves a drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) in November to a wintry 39.2°F (4°C). Throughout the month of December, Glasgow reports a steady low-temperature average of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
The months with the least rainfall are January, February and December Rain falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 1.73" (44mm) of rain.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Glasgow, Illinois, there are 30.2 snowfall days, and 10.75" (273mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Glasgow.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Glasgow 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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Glasgow, IL
- Average high temperature in December: 39.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Glasgow, 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 (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Glasgow, IL
- Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).
Average humidity in December
Glasgow, IL
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Glasgow, IL
- Average rainfall in December: 1.73"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (1.73").
Average rainfall days in December
Glasgow, IL
- Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Glasgow, IL
- Average snowfall in December: 1.54"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Glasgow, IL
- Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Glasgow, 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 48min
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 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Glasgow, IL
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Glasgow, 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
Glasgow, IL
- Average cloud cover in December: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Glasgow, IL
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).
