December weather forecast
New Canton, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in New Canton, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and an average high of 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a shift in temperature, down from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to an icy 40.5°F (4.7°C). Throughout December, New Canton anticipates an average low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In New Canton, in December, it is raining for 7.6 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. In New Canton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.7 days and collects up to 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in New Canton are January through April, October through December. In December, in New Canton, Illinois, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated. In New Canton, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.1 days and aggregates up to 9.45" (240mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, in New Canton, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in New Canton, Illinois, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in New Canton?

In New Canton, in December, the average high-temperature is 40.5°F (4.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in New Canton?

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

How many days does it rain in December in New Canton?

In New Canton, Illinois, in December, it is raining for 7.6 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in New Canton in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in New Canton?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in New Canton, Illinois.

How many hours of daylight does New Canton have in December?

In December, the average day length in New Canton, Illinois, is 9h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in New Canton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does New Canton have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in New Canton is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in New Canton?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in New Canton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in New Canton, Illinois, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
New Canton, IL

Average temperature in December - New Canton, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°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 (22.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
New Canton, IL

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

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Average wind speed in December
New Canton, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

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Average humidity in December
New Canton, IL

Average humidity in December - New Canton, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

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

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Average rainfall in December
New Canton, IL

Average rainfall in December - New Canton, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in December
New Canton, IL

Average rainfall days in December - New Canton, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
New Canton, IL

Average snowfall in December - New Canton, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
New Canton, IL

Average snowfall days in December - New Canton, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 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
New Canton, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Canton, 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 months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
New Canton, IL

Average sunshine days in December - New Canton, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
New Canton, IL

Average UV index in December - New Canton, 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
New Canton, IL

Average cloud cover in December - New Canton, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
New Canton, IL

Average visibility in December - New Canton, 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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