December weather forecast
Winchester, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Winchester, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 39.2°F (4°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in December, with a decline from a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) in November to a cold 39.2°F (4°C). Winchester throughout December, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January, February and December Rain falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 1.73" (44mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Winchester are January through April, October through December. In Winchester, during December, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Winchester, there are 30.2 snowfall days, and 10.75" (273mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Winchester, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into 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. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Winchester?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Winchester, Illinois, during December are 39.2°F (4°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Winchester?

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

What is the driest month in Winchester?

January, February and December are months with the least rain in Winchester, Illinois, when the rain falls for 8.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Winchester in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Winchester?

In December, in Winchester, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Winchester?

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

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

The average day length in December in Winchester, Illinois, is 9h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Winchester?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, in Winchester, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Winchester have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Winchester?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Winchester?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Winchester, Illinois, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Winchester, IL

Average temperature in December - Winchester, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Winchester, IL

Average pressure in December - Winchester, 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
Winchester, IL

Average wind speed in December - Winchester, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Winchester, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Winchester, IL

Average rainfall in December - Winchester, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in December
Winchester, IL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Winchester, IL

Average snowfall in December - Winchester, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Winchester, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Winchester, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Winchester, IL

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

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 24min).

  • 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 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Winchester, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Winchester, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Winchester, IL

Average UV index in December - Winchester, 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
Winchester, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Winchester, 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 June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Winchester, IL

Average visibility in December - Winchester, 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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