December weather forecast
Manchester, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Manchester, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.4°F (-2°C) and an average high of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) to a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) is experienced in Manchester.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Manchester, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Manchester, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.3 days and collects up to 17.24" (438mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Manchester, in December, during 4.2 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 22.5 snowfall days, and 5.08" (129mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, in Manchester, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Manchester is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Manchester are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Manchester in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 28.4°F (-2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Manchester?

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

How much does it rain in Manchester in December?

In Manchester, Illinois, in December, during 6.7 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Manchester?

In December, in Manchester, Illinois, it is snowing for 4.2 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Manchester?

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

How many hours of daylight does Manchester have in December?

The average day length in December in Manchester is 9h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Manchester?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Manchester have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Manchester?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Manchester?

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

Average temperature in December - Manchester, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Manchester, IL

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

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Average wind speed in December
Manchester, IL

Average wind speed in December - Manchester, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Manchester, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Manchester, IL

Average rainfall in December - Manchester, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.44").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.83").

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Average rainfall days in December
Manchester, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Manchester, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Manchester, IL

Average snowfall in December - Manchester, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Manchester, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Manchester, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 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
Manchester, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Manchester, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

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 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Manchester, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Manchester, 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 July (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Manchester, IL

Average UV index in December - Manchester, 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
Manchester, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Manchester, IL

Average visibility in December - Manchester, 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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