December weather forecast
Golden, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Golden, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and an average high of 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

During Golden's transition into December, the average high-temperature lessens, moving from a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C) in November to an icy 38.5°F (3.6°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and December Rain falls for 5.8 days and accumulates 1.02" (26mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Golden are January through April, October through December. In Golden, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Golden, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.6 days and aggregates up to 7.95" (202mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Golden, Illinois.
On the first day of December in Golden, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Golden are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Golden in December?

Golden in December has an average high-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C). 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 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Golden?

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

What is the driest month in Golden?

January and December are months with the least rain in Golden, Illinois, when the rain falls for 5.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Golden in December?

In December, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Golden?

In Golden, Illinois, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Golden?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Golden, Illinois.

What is the average length of the day in December in Golden?

In Golden, the average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Golden?

On the first day of December in Golden, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Golden have in December?

In Golden, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Golden?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Golden?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Golden is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Golden, IL

Average temperature in December - Golden, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Golden, IL

Average pressure in December - Golden, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Golden, IL

Average wind speed in December - Golden, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Golden, IL

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

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

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Average rainfall in December
Golden, IL

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.02").

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Average rainfall days in December
Golden, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Golden, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Golden, IL

Average snowfall in December - Golden, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Golden, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Golden, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Golden, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Golden, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Golden, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Golden, IL

Average UV index in December - Golden, 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
Golden, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Golden, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Golden, IL

Average visibility in December - Golden, 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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