December weather forecast
Sloan Station, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sloan Station, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 37.8°F (3.2°C) and min 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Sloan Station sees a drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) to a wintry 37.8°F (3.2°C). December in Sloan Station, Illinois, generally records an average low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Sloan Station is 80%.

Rainfall

In Sloan Station, in December, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sloan Station, there are 143.2 rainfall days, and 23.11" (587mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sloan Station are January through April, November and December. In Sloan Station, during December, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Sloan Station, there are 30.6 snowfall days, and 8.54" (217mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sloan Station are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024 | Published by: Weather U.S. | Resources

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Sloan Station?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Sloan Station, is 37.8°F (3.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sloan Station?

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

How much does it rain in Sloan Station in December?

In Sloan Station, in December, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Sloan Station in December?

In Sloan Station, during December, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sloan Station?

December has the shortest days of the year in Sloan Station, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Sloan Station have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sloan Station?

On the first day of December in Sloan Station, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sloan Station have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Sloan Station is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Sloan Station?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Sloan Station?

In Sloan Station, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sloan Station, IL

Average temperature in December - Sloan Station, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sloan Station, IL

Average pressure in December - Sloan Station, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Sloan Station, IL

Average wind speed in December - Sloan Station, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sloan Station, IL

Average humidity in December - Sloan Station, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sloan Station, IL

Average rainfall in December - Sloan Station, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sloan Station, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Sloan Station, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sloan Station, IL

Average snowfall in December - Sloan Station, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sloan Station, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Sloan Station, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 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
Sloan Station, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sloan Station, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sloan Station, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Sloan Station, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sloan Station, IL

Average UV index in December - Sloan Station, 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
Sloan Station, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Sloan Station, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Sloan Station, IL

Average visibility in December - Sloan Station, 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).

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