December weather forecast
Dowell, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dowell, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in December, with a decline from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). Dowell, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

In Dowell, Illinois, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 147.6 rainfall days, and 29.17" (741mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dowell are January through April, November and December. In Dowell, Illinois, in December, snow falls for 3.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.87" (22mm) of snow. In Dowell, during the entire year, snow falls for 18 days and aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Dowell, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Dowell is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Dowell. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Dowell in December?

In Dowell, in December, the average high-temperature is 43.5°F (6.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dowell?

The average relative humidity in December in Dowell is 77%.

How much does it rain in Dowell in December?

In Dowell, Illinois, during December, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Dowell in December?

In Dowell, in December, during 3.7 snowfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dowell?

December has the shortest days of the year in Dowell, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Dowell have in December?

In Dowell, Illinois, the average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Dowell?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dowell, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dowell have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Dowell, Illinois, is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Dowell?

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 Dowell?

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

Average temperature in December - Dowell, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Dowell, IL

Average pressure in December - Dowell, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"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
Dowell, IL

Average wind speed in December - Dowell, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Dowell, IL

Average humidity in December - Dowell, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Dowell, IL

Average rainfall in December - Dowell, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in December
Dowell, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Dowell, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Dowell, IL

Average snowfall in December - Dowell, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Dowell, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Dowell, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.4 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
Dowell, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dowell, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Dowell, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Dowell, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Dowell, IL

Average UV index in December - Dowell, 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
Dowell, IL

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Dowell, IL

Average visibility in December - Dowell, 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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