December weather forecast
Mount Pulaski, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Mount Pulaski, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

December brings a minor decrease, with the average high-temperature reducing from a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C) in November to an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C). In the month of December, Mount Pulaski records a consistent average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

In Mount Pulaski, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Mount Pulaski. Rain falls for 8.3 days and accumulates 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated. In Mount Pulaski, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.7 days and aggregates up to 7.13" (181mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Mount Pulaski during December?

December temperatures in Mount Pulaski vary between a high-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and a low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Mount Pulaski?

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

What is the driest month in Mount Pulaski?

The month with the least rainfall in Mount Pulaski is December, when the rain falls for 8.3 days and typically collects 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Mount Pulaski in December?

In Mount Pulaski, Illinois, in December, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Mount Pulaski in December?

In Mount Pulaski, during December, snow falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mount Pulaski?

The month with the shortest days in Mount Pulaski, Illinois, is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Mount Pulaski?

In Mount Pulaski, Illinois, the average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Mount Pulaski?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Mount Pulaski?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Mount Pulaski?

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

Average temperature in December - Mount Pulaski, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Mount Pulaski, IL

Average pressure in December - Mount Pulaski, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Mount Pulaski, IL

Average wind speed in December - Mount Pulaski, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Mount Pulaski, IL

Average humidity in December - Mount Pulaski, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Mount Pulaski, IL

Average rainfall in December - Mount Pulaski, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in December
Mount Pulaski, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Mount Pulaski, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Mount Pulaski, IL

Average snowfall in December - Mount Pulaski, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Mount Pulaski, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Mount Pulaski, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mount Pulaski, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mount Pulaski, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

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 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Mount Pulaski, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Mount Pulaski, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Mount Pulaski, IL

Average UV index in December - Mount Pulaski, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Mount Pulaski, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Mount Pulaski, 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 June and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Mount Pulaski, IL

Average visibility in December - Mount Pulaski, 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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