December weather forecast
Palestine, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Palestine, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and max 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

December implies a gentle temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) to a cold 41.2°F (5.1°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Palestine is 80%.

Rainfall

In Palestine, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Palestine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.4 days and collects up to 36.85" (936mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Palestine, Illinois, are January through April, November and December. In Palestine, in December, snow falls for 4.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.85" (47mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 22 snowfall days, and 7.64" (194mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of December, in Palestine, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Palestine, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Palestine are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Palestine?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Palestine are 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 29.8°F (-1.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Palestine?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in Palestine in December?

In December, in Palestine, Illinois, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Palestine in December?

In December, in Palestine, Illinois, it is snowing for 4.7 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Palestine?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Palestine, Illinois.

How many hours of daylight does Palestine have in December?

In December, the average day length in Palestine, Illinois, is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Palestine?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, in Palestine, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Palestine have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Palestine?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Palestine?

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

Average temperature in December - Palestine, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Palestine, IL

Average pressure in December - Palestine, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Palestine, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Palestine, IL

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

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

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Average rainfall in December
Palestine, IL

Average rainfall in December - Palestine, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (5.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Palestine, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Palestine, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Palestine, IL

Average snowfall in December - Palestine, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Palestine, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Palestine, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Palestine, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Palestine, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Palestine, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Palestine, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Palestine, IL

Average UV index in December - Palestine, 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
Palestine, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Palestine, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Palestine, IL

Average visibility in December - Palestine, 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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