December weather forecast
Smithton, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Smithton, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 43°F (6.1°C) and min 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

December implies a gentle temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) to a chilly 43°F (6.1°C). In December, the recorded average low-temperature is a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

In Smithton, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Smithton, during December, the rain falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. In Smithton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.8 days and collects up to 10.24" (260mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Smithton, Illinois, are January through March, November and December. In Smithton, in December, during 2.6 snowfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Smithton, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.9 days and aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Smithton.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, in Smithton, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Smithton, Illinois, is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Smithton during December?

During December, Smithton experiences an average high-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C) and a low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Smithton?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Smithton?

In Smithton, in December, during 5.3 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Smithton in December?

In Smithton, Illinois, in December, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Smithton?

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

How many hours of daylight does Smithton have in December?

The average day length in December in Smithton, Illinois, is 9h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Smithton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, in Smithton, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Smithton?

The average sunshine duration in December in Smithton is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Smithton?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Smithton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Smithton, Illinois, is 2. 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
Smithton, IL

Average temperature in December - Smithton, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

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Average pressure in December
Smithton, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Smithton, IL

Average wind speed in December - Smithton, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Smithton, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Smithton, IL

Average rainfall in December - Smithton, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in December
Smithton, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Smithton, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Smithton, IL

Average snowfall in December - Smithton, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.63").
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
Smithton, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Smithton, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 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
Smithton, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Smithton, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Smithton, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Smithton, IL

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Smithton, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Smithton, IL

Average visibility in December - Smithton, 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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