December weather forecast
Hopedale, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Hopedale, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

December brings a minor decrease, with the average high-temperature reducing from a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C) in November to a wintry 36.9°F (2.7°C). December nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.6 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hopedale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.4 days and collects up to 20.08" (510mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Hopedale, during December, snow falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Hopedale, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.8 days and aggregates up to 8.66" (220mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Hopedale, Illinois, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Hopedale, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Hopedale?

The high-temperature, in December, in Hopedale, records 36.9°F (2.7°C), while the low-temperature is 26.4°F (-3.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hopedale?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hopedale?

In Hopedale, during December, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Hopedale?

In December, it is snowing for 5.4 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hopedale?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Hopedale have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hopedale?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hopedale?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Hopedale, Illinois, is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hopedale?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Hopedale?

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

Average temperature in December - Hopedale, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hopedale, IL

Average pressure in December - Hopedale, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Hopedale, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hopedale, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hopedale, IL

Average rainfall in December - Hopedale, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.02").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hopedale, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Hopedale, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hopedale, IL

Average snowfall in December - Hopedale, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hopedale, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Hopedale, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 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
Hopedale, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hopedale, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hopedale, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Hopedale, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hopedale, IL

Average UV index in December - Hopedale, 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
Hopedale, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Hopedale, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Hopedale, IL

Average visibility in December - Hopedale, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).

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