December weather forecast
Melvin, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Melvin, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

December weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) in November to a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C). Melvin, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

In Melvin, Illinois, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

February and December are months with the least rain in Melvin, Illinois, when the rain falls for 6.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Melvin are January through April, October through December. In Melvin, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Melvin, there are 29.4 snowfall days, and 4.69" (119mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Melvin?

The high-temperature, in December, in Melvin, records 36.5°F (2.5°C), while the low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Melvin?

In Melvin, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the driest month in Melvin?

The months with the least rainfall are February and December Rain falls for 6.1 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December in Melvin?

In Melvin, Illinois, during December, the rain falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Melvin?

In Melvin, Illinois, in December, during 6.5 snowfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Melvin?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Melvin.

How many hours of daylight does Melvin have in December?

The average day length in December in Melvin is 9h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Melvin?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, in Melvin, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Melvin?

In Melvin, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

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

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Melvin?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Melvin, IL

Average temperature in December - Melvin, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Melvin, IL

Average pressure in December - Melvin, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Melvin, IL

Average wind speed in December - Melvin, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Melvin, IL

Average humidity in December - Melvin, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Melvin, IL

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in December
Melvin, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Melvin, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Melvin, IL

Average snowfall in December - Melvin, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Melvin, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Melvin, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 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
Melvin, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Melvin, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Melvin, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Melvin, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Melvin, IL

Average UV index in December - Melvin, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Melvin, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Melvin, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Melvin, IL

Average visibility in December - Melvin, 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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