December weather forecast
Old Shawneetown, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Old Shawneetown, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 44.6°F (7°C).

Temperature

Onset of December comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) in November to a frosty 44.6°F (7°C). During the month of December, the temperature falls to an average of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Old Shawneetown is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.3 rainfall days, and 24.96" (634mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Old Shawneetown, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Old Shawneetown, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.9 days and aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Old Shawneetown, Illinois, is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Old Shawneetown, Illinois, is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Old Shawneetown. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Old Shawneetown in December?

In Old Shawneetown, 44.6°F (7°C) is the average high-temperature and 32.9°F (0.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Old Shawneetown?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in Old Shawneetown in December?

In December, in Old Shawneetown, Illinois, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Old Shawneetown?

In Old Shawneetown, Illinois, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Old Shawneetown?

The month with the shortest days in Old Shawneetown, Illinois, is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Old Shawneetown?

In December, the average day length in Old Shawneetown, Illinois, is 9h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Old Shawneetown?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in Old Shawneetown, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Old Shawneetown have in December?

In Old Shawneetown, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Old Shawneetown?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Old Shawneetown.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Old Shawneetown?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Old Shawneetown is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Old Shawneetown, IL

Average temperature in December - Old Shawneetown, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Old Shawneetown, IL

Average pressure in December - Old Shawneetown, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Old Shawneetown, IL

Average wind speed in December - Old Shawneetown, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Old Shawneetown, IL

Average humidity in December - Old Shawneetown, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Old Shawneetown, IL

Average rainfall in December - Old Shawneetown, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in December
Old Shawneetown, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Old Shawneetown, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Old Shawneetown, IL

Average snowfall in December - Old Shawneetown, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Old Shawneetown, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Old Shawneetown, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 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
Old Shawneetown, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Old Shawneetown, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Old Shawneetown, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Old Shawneetown, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Old Shawneetown, IL

Average UV index in December - Old Shawneetown, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Old Shawneetown, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Old Shawneetown, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Old Shawneetown, IL

Average visibility in December - Old Shawneetown, 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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