December weather forecast
Vandalia, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Vandalia, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and 41°F (5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a shift in temperature, down from a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) in November to an icy 41°F (5°C). December nights in Vandalia, Illinois, are marked by an average low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Vandalia, in December, during 9.7 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164.1 rainfall days, and 36.73" (933mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Vandalia. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 5.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Vandalia, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Vandalia is 4.6h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Vandalia?

The high-temperature, in December, in Vandalia, is 41°F (5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 29.5°F (-1.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Vandalia?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Vandalia?

In December, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout December, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Vandalia?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.1 days and accumulates 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Vandalia?

In Vandalia, in December, during 5.1 snowfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Vandalia?

The month with the shortest days in Vandalia, Illinois, is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Vandalia have in December?

In Vandalia, Illinois, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Vandalia?

On the first day of December in Vandalia, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Vandalia?

In Vandalia, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Vandalia?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Vandalia?

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

Average temperature in December - Vandalia, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Vandalia, IL

Average pressure in December - Vandalia, 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
Vandalia, IL

Average wind speed in December - Vandalia, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

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

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Average humidity in December
Vandalia, IL

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

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

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Average rainfall in December
Vandalia, IL

Average rainfall in December - Vandalia, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in December
Vandalia, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Vandalia, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Vandalia, IL

Average snowfall in December - Vandalia, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.4"

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

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Average snowfall days in December
Vandalia, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Vandalia, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 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
Vandalia, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Vandalia, 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 4min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Vandalia, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Vandalia, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Vandalia, IL

Average UV index in December - Vandalia, 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
Vandalia, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Vandalia, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Vandalia, IL

Average visibility in December - Vandalia, 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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