December weather forecast
Hidalgo, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hidalgo, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and max 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

Hidalgo in December undergoes a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) to an icy 41.2°F (5.1°C). The month of December records an average low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) in Hidalgo.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Hidalgo is 79%.

Rainfall

In Hidalgo, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. In Hidalgo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.3 days and collects up to 35.12" (892mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hidalgo, Illinois, are January through April, November and December. In Hidalgo, in December, during 3.8 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Hidalgo, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.7 days and aggregates up to 7.13" (181mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Hidalgo is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Hidalgo, Illinois, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Hidalgo during December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Hidalgo are 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hidalgo?

The average relative humidity in December in Hidalgo is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hidalgo?

In December, in Hidalgo, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Hidalgo in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hidalgo?

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

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

In Hidalgo, Illinois, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Hidalgo?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hidalgo, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hidalgo have in December?

In Hidalgo, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hidalgo?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Hidalgo?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Hidalgo is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hidalgo, IL

Average temperature in December - Hidalgo, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hidalgo, IL

Average pressure in December - Hidalgo, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"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
Hidalgo, IL

Average wind speed in December - Hidalgo, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hidalgo, IL

Average humidity in December - Hidalgo, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hidalgo, IL

Average rainfall in December - Hidalgo, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (5.04").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hidalgo, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Hidalgo, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hidalgo, IL

Average snowfall in December - Hidalgo, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hidalgo, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Hidalgo, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 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
Hidalgo, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hidalgo, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hidalgo, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Hidalgo, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hidalgo, IL

Average UV index in December - Hidalgo, 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
Hidalgo, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Hidalgo, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Hidalgo, IL

Average visibility in December - Hidalgo, 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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