December weather forecast
Wapella, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wapella, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and max 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December involves a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C). An average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) is recorded during the nights in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Wapella is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Wapella is December, when the rain falls for 9.5 days and typically collects 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Wapella, Illinois, in December, during 8 snowfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Wapella, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.9 days and aggregates up to 14.76" (375mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Wapella, Illinois.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of December, in Wapella, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Wapella is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Wapella are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Wapella?

During December, Wapella experiences an average high-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and a low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°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 appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wapella?

In Wapella, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

What is the driest month in Wapella?

The month with the least rainfall in Wapella, Illinois, is December, when the rain falls for 9.5 days and typically collects 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Wapella in December?

In Wapella, Illinois, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Wapella?

In Wapella, during December, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wapella?

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

How many hours of daylight does Wapella have in December?

The average day length in December in Wapella, Illinois, is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Wapella?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Wapella?

The average sunshine duration in December in Wapella is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Wapella?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Wapella?

In Wapella, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Wapella, IL

Average temperature in December - Wapella, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°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 (19.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Wapella, IL

Average pressure in December - Wapella, 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
Wapella, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Wapella, IL

Average humidity in December - Wapella, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

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
Wapella, IL

Average rainfall in December - Wapella, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Wapella, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Wapella, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Wapella, IL

Average snowfall in December - Wapella, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Wapella, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Wapella, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12 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
Wapella, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wapella, 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
Wapella, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Wapella, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Wapella, IL

Average UV index in December - Wapella, 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
Wapella, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Wapella, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Wapella, IL

Average visibility in December - Wapella, 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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