December weather forecast
North Pekin, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in North Pekin, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Temperature

North Pekin in December experiences a subtle temperature decline, with average high-temperatures reducing from a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C) in November to a cold 36.9°F (2.7°C). North Pekin records a steady low-temperature average of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) during December.

Humidity

In North Pekin, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 8.1 days and typically collects 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 6.4 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated. In North Pekin, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.9 days and aggregates up to 12.24" (311mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in North Pekin.
On the first day of December in North Pekin, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in North Pekin is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. 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 North Pekin?

North Pekin in December has an average high-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in North Pekin?

The average relative humidity in December in North Pekin, Illinois, is 79%.

What is the driest month in North Pekin?

The month with the least rainfall in North Pekin is December, when the rain falls for 8.1 days and typically collects 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in North Pekin in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in North Pekin?

In North Pekin, Illinois, in December, during 6.4 snowfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in North Pekin?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in North Pekin?

In December, the average day length in North Pekin, Illinois, is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in North Pekin?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in North Pekin?

The average sunshine duration in December in North Pekin is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in North Pekin?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in North Pekin?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in North Pekin is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
North Pekin, IL

Average temperature in December - North Pekin, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

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Average pressure in December
North Pekin, IL

Average pressure in December - North Pekin, 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 (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
North Pekin, IL

Average wind speed in December - North Pekin, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
North Pekin, IL

Average humidity in December - North Pekin, 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 (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
North Pekin, IL

Average rainfall in December - North Pekin, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in December
North Pekin, IL

Average rainfall days in December - North Pekin, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
North Pekin, IL

Average snowfall in December - North Pekin, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
North Pekin, IL

Average snowfall days in December - North Pekin, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
North Pekin, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North Pekin, 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 2min

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 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
North Pekin, IL

Average sunshine days in December - North Pekin, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

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Average UV index in December
North Pekin, IL

Average UV index in December - North Pekin, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
North Pekin, IL

Average cloud cover in December - North Pekin, 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
North Pekin, IL

Average visibility in December - North Pekin, 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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