December weather forecast
Michael, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Michael, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and 41°F (5°C).

Temperature

December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a cold 41°F (5°C). Michael's average low-temperature in December is measured at a freezing cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Michael, in December, during 7 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.3 rainfall days, and 17.87" (454mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Michael, Illinois, are January through March, November and December. In Michael, in December, during 3.9 snowfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Michael, during the entire year, snow falls for 21 days and aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Michael, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Michael, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Michael during December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Michael, is 41°F (5°C), while the average low-temperature is 28.9°F (-1.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Michael?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Michael?

In Michael, Illinois, during December, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Michael in December?

In Michael, during December, snow falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Michael?

The month with the shortest days in Michael is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Michael?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, in Michael, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Michael?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Michael?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Michael?

In Michael, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Michael, IL

Average temperature in December - Michael, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Michael, IL

Average pressure in December - Michael, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Michael, IL

Average wind speed in December - Michael, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Michael, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Michael, IL

Average rainfall in December - Michael, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.17").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.83").

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Average rainfall days in December
Michael, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Michael, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Michael, IL

Average snowfall in December - Michael, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Michael, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Michael, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.6 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
Michael, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Michael, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Michael, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Michael, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Michael, IL

Average UV index in December - Michael, 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
Michael, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Michael, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Michael, IL

Average visibility in December - Michael, 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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