December weather forecast
Atwater, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Atwater, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a wintry 39.7°F (4.3°C). During the nights in December, Atwater experiences a consistent average temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Atwater is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 8.5 days and typically collects 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Atwater are January through April, November and December. In Atwater, in December, during 4.9 snowfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Atwater, Illinois, there are 25.5 snowfall days, and 9.09" (231mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Atwater, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Atwater during December?

In December, in Atwater, the average high-temperature is 39.7°F (4.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Atwater?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

What is the driest month in Atwater?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.5 days and accumulates 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Atwater in December?

In Atwater, Illinois, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Atwater in December?

In Atwater, Illinois, in December, snow falls for 4.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Atwater?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Atwater, Illinois, is 9h and 27min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Atwater?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Atwater, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Atwater have in December?

In Atwater, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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

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 Atwater?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Atwater, Illinois, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Atwater, IL

Average temperature in December - Atwater, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Atwater, IL

Average pressure in December - Atwater, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Atwater, IL

Average wind speed in December - Atwater, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

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
Atwater, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Atwater, IL

Average rainfall in December - Atwater, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in December
Atwater, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Atwater, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Atwater, IL

Average snowfall in December - Atwater, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Atwater, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Atwater, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 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
Atwater, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Atwater, 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 5min

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 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Atwater, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Atwater, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Atwater, IL

Average UV index in December - Atwater, 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
Atwater, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Atwater, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

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

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Average visibility in December
Atwater, IL

Average visibility in December - Atwater, 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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