December weather forecast
Illiopolis, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Illiopolis, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December introduces a moderate change in Illiopolis's weather, with average high-temperatures falling from November's frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C) to a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C). During December, Illiopolis sees a mean low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Illiopolis is 79%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Illiopolis. Rain falls for 8.3 days and accumulates 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Illiopolis are January through April, November and December. In Illiopolis, during December, snow falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow. In Illiopolis, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.7 days and aggregates up to 7.13" (181mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Illiopolis is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Illiopolis, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Illiopolis, Illinois, is 4.5h.

UV index

In Illiopolis, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Illiopolis in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and a low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Illiopolis?

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

What is the driest month in Illiopolis?

December is the month with the least rainfall in Illiopolis, Illinois. Rain falls for 8.3 days and accumulates 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Illiopolis?

In Illiopolis, in December, during 8.3 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Illiopolis in December?

In Illiopolis, Illinois, during December, snow falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Illiopolis?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Illiopolis, Illinois, is 9h and 24min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Illiopolis?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, in Illiopolis, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Illiopolis?

The average sunshine duration in December in Illiopolis, Illinois, is 4.5h.

How high is the UV index in December in Illiopolis?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Illiopolis, Illinois, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Illiopolis, IL

Average temperature in December - Illiopolis, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Illiopolis, IL

Average pressure in December - Illiopolis, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Illiopolis, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Illiopolis, IL

Average humidity in December - Illiopolis, 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 (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Illiopolis, IL

Average rainfall in December - Illiopolis, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in December
Illiopolis, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Illiopolis, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Illiopolis, IL

Average snowfall in December - Illiopolis, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Illiopolis, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Illiopolis, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Illiopolis, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Illiopolis, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Illiopolis, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Illiopolis, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Illiopolis, IL

Average UV index in December - Illiopolis, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Illiopolis, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Illiopolis, IL

Average visibility in December - Illiopolis, 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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