December weather forecastRome, IL
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Rome, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and max 36°F (2.2°C).Temperature
The commencement of December involves a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C) in November to a cold 36°F (2.2°C). December nights in Rome are marked by an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Rome is 81%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 5.7 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rome, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.4 days and collects up to 15.12" (384mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rome, in December, snow falls for 6.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.94" (24mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Rome, there are 27.8 snowfall days, and 6.46" (164mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Rome is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of December in Rome, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Rome, Illinois, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Rome, Illinois. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Average temperature in December
Rome, IL
- Average high temperature in December: 36°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Rome, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Rome, 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).
Average humidity in December
Rome, IL
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Rome, IL
- Average rainfall in December: 0.75"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").
Average rainfall days in December
Rome, IL
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Rome, IL
- Average snowfall in December: 0.94"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Rome, IL
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rome, IL
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Rome, IL
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Rome, IL
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Rome, IL
- Average cloud cover in December: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Rome, 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).





