December weather forecast
Shipman, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Shipman, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and max 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Temperature

Setting in of December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to an icy 40.6°F (4.8°C). During December nights, Shipman witnesses a consistent average temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Shipman, in December, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 141.9 rainfall days, and 27.36" (695mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Shipman, Illinois, are January through March, November and December. In Shipman, in December, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow. In Shipman, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.8 days and aggregates up to 7.91" (201mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Shipman is 4.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Shipman during December?

In Shipman, 40.6°F (4.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 29.3°F (-1.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Shipman?

The average relative humidity in December in Shipman, Illinois, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Shipman?

In December, in Shipman, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Shipman in December?

In Shipman, Illinois, in December, during 3.9 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shipman?

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

How many hours of daylight does Shipman have in December?

In Shipman, Illinois, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Shipman?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Shipman have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Shipman?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Shipman, Illinois, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Shipman, IL

Average temperature in December - Shipman, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Shipman, IL

Average pressure in December - Shipman, 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Shipman, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (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
Shipman, IL

Average humidity in December - Shipman, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

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
Shipman, IL

Average rainfall in December - Shipman, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in December
Shipman, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Shipman, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Shipman, IL

Average snowfall in December - Shipman, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Shipman, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Shipman, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 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
Shipman, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shipman, 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 5min

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 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Shipman, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Shipman, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Shipman, IL

Average UV index in December - Shipman, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Shipman, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Shipman, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Shipman, IL

Average visibility in December - Shipman, 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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