December weather forecast
Plato Center, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Plato Center, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a shift in temperature, down from a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C) in November to an icy 32.9°F (0.5°C). An average low-temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) is noted in Plato Center, Illinois, during the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Plato Center, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Plato Center, there are 103.9 rainfall days, and 8.5" (216mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Plato Center, during December, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Plato Center, there are 32.9 snowfall days, and 3.98" (101mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:32 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.8h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Plato Center. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Plato Center?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Plato Center are 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 22.3°F (-5.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Plato Center?

In December, the average relative humidity in Plato Center, Illinois, is 83%.

How much does it rain in Plato Center in December?

In Plato Center, Illinois, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Plato Center?

In Plato Center, in December, during 7.8 snowfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Plato Center?

The month with the shortest days in Plato Center, Illinois, is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Plato Center have in December?

The average day length in December in Plato Center, Illinois, is 9h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Plato Center?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, in Plato Center, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:32 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Plato Center have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Plato Center is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Plato Center?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Plato Center.

What is the UV index reading in December in Plato Center?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Plato Center, Illinois, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Plato Center, IL

Average temperature in December - Plato Center, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Plato Center, IL

Average pressure in December - Plato Center, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Plato Center, IL

Average wind speed in December - Plato Center, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Plato Center, IL

Average humidity in December - Plato Center, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Plato Center, IL

Average rainfall in December - Plato Center, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.26").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in December
Plato Center, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Plato Center, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Plato Center, IL

Average snowfall in December - Plato Center, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Plato Center, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Plato Center, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Plato Center, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Plato Center, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Plato Center, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Plato Center, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Plato Center, IL

Average UV index in December - Plato Center, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Plato Center, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Plato Center, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
Plato Center, IL

Average visibility in December - Plato Center, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July, August and September (5mi).

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