December weather forecast
Fairmount, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Fairmount, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

December weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C) in November to a cold 37.6°F (3.1°C). In Fairmount, an average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) is recorded during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, in Fairmount, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fairmount, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.8 days and collects up to 25.63" (651mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Fairmount. In December, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated. In Fairmount, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.2 days and aggregates up to 8.82" (224mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Fairmount during December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Fairmount, is 37.6°F (3.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fairmount?

The average relative humidity in December in Fairmount is 81%.

How much does it rain in Fairmount in December?

In Fairmount, during December, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Fairmount in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fairmount?

December has the shortest days of the year in Fairmount, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Fairmount have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Fairmount?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Fairmount?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Fairmount?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Fairmount?

In Fairmount, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fairmount, IL

Average temperature in December - Fairmount, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Fairmount, IL

Average pressure in December - Fairmount, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Fairmount, IL

Average wind speed in December - Fairmount, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Fairmount, IL

Average humidity in December - Fairmount, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fairmount, IL

Average rainfall in December - Fairmount, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.23").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and September (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in December
Fairmount, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Fairmount, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Fairmount, IL

Average snowfall in December - Fairmount, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Fairmount, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Fairmount, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
Fairmount, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fairmount, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Fairmount, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Fairmount, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Fairmount, IL

Average UV index in December - Fairmount, 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
Fairmount, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Fairmount, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Fairmount, IL

Average visibility in December - Fairmount, 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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