December weather forecast
Virginia, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Virginia, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and max 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Temperature

Virginia's December weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a fresh 50°F (10°C) in November to a cold 38.7°F (3.7°C). Virginia in December experiences a low-temperature average of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Virginia, Illinois, is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 8.1 days and typically collects 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Virginia. In December, in Virginia, it is snowing for 6.1 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is accumulated. In Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.1 days and aggregates up to 12.24" (311mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Virginia.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Virginia?

During December, Virginia experiences an average high-temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and a low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Virginia?

The average relative humidity in December in Virginia, Illinois, is 78%.

What is the driest month in Virginia?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 8.1 days and typically collects 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Virginia?

In December, in Virginia, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Virginia?

In Virginia, Illinois, during December, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Virginia?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Virginia?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Virginia?

On the first day of December in Virginia, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Virginia have in December?

In Virginia, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Virginia?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Virginia?

In Virginia, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Virginia, IL

Average temperature in December - Virginia, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Virginia, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Virginia, IL

Average wind speed in December - Virginia, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Virginia, IL

Average humidity in December - Virginia, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Virginia, IL

Average rainfall in December - Virginia, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in December
Virginia, IL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Virginia, IL

Average snowfall in December - Virginia, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Virginia, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Virginia, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 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
Virginia, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Virginia, 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 4min

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 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Virginia, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Virginia, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Virginia, IL

Average UV index in December - Virginia, 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
Virginia, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Virginia, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Virginia, IL

Average visibility in December - Virginia, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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