December weather forecast
Macomb, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Macomb, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and an average high of 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in December, with a decline from a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C) in November to a wintry 37°F (2.8°C). Macomb experiences a nighttime temperature average of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Macomb, Illinois, the rain falls for 5.6 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Macomb, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.7 days and collects up to 17.8" (452mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Macomb are January through April, October through December. In Macomb, during December, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow. In Macomb, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.2 days and aggregates up to 5.47" (139mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Macomb, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Macomb, the average sunshine in December 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 in Macomb. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Macomb in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Macomb, is 37°F (2.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Macomb?

The average relative humidity in December in Macomb, Illinois, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Macomb?

In December, in Macomb, Illinois, the rain falls for 5.6 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Macomb?

In Macomb, in December, during 4.9 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Macomb?

December has the shortest days of the year in Macomb, Illinois, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Macomb have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Macomb?

On the first day of December in Macomb, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Macomb?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Macomb?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Macomb?

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

Average temperature in December - Macomb, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

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Average pressure in December
Macomb, IL

Average pressure in December - Macomb, 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 (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Macomb, IL

Average wind speed in December - Macomb, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Macomb, IL

Average humidity in December - Macomb, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Macomb, IL

Average rainfall in December - Macomb, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Macomb, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Macomb, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Macomb, IL

Average snowfall in December - Macomb, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Macomb, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 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
Macomb, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Macomb, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Macomb, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Macomb, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Macomb, IL

Average UV index in December - Macomb, 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
Macomb, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Macomb, IL

Average visibility in December - Macomb, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).

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