December weather forecast
Monmouth, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Monmouth, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 35.6°F (2°C) and 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C) in November to a cold 35.6°F (2°C). An average temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) marks the nights in Monmouth in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Monmouth, during December, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. In Monmouth, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.4 days and collects up to 30.16" (766mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Monmouth. In December, it is snowing for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is accumulated. In Monmouth, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.7 days and aggregates up to 15.31" (389mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Monmouth, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, in Monmouth, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Monmouth is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. 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 Monmouth in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Monmouth are 35.6°F (2°C) and 24.6°F (-4.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Monmouth?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Monmouth?

In Monmouth, Illinois, in December, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Monmouth in December?

In Monmouth, in December, during 8.2 snowfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Monmouth?

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

How many hours of daylight does Monmouth have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Monmouth?

On the first day of December in Monmouth, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Monmouth have in December?

In Monmouth, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

How high is the UV index in December in Monmouth?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Monmouth, Illinois, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Monmouth, IL

Average temperature in December - Monmouth, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Monmouth, IL

Average pressure in December - Monmouth, 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 (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Monmouth, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Monmouth, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Monmouth, IL

Average rainfall in December - Monmouth, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in December
Monmouth, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Monmouth, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Monmouth, IL

Average snowfall in December - Monmouth, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Monmouth, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Monmouth, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 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
Monmouth, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (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
Monmouth, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Monmouth, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Monmouth, IL

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Monmouth, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Monmouth, 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 August and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Monmouth, IL

Average visibility in December - Monmouth, 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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