December weather forecast
Yates City, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Yates City, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.5°F (2.5°C) and min 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 48°F (8.9°C) to an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C). Yates City, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In Yates City, Illinois, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

February and December are months with the least rain in Yates City when the rain falls for 8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Yates City, Illinois, are January through April, October through December. In Yates City, in December, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow. In Yates City, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.9 days and aggregates up to 11.3" (287mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Yates City in December?

December temperatures in Yates City vary between a high-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and a low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), 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 Yates City?

In December, the average relative humidity in Yates City, Illinois, is 80%.

What is the driest month in Yates City?

February and December are months with the least rain in Yates City when the rain falls for 8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Yates City in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Yates City?

In Yates City, Illinois, in December, during 6 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Yates City?

The month with the shortest days in Yates City, Illinois, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Yates City?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Yates City?

On the first day of December in Yates City, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Yates City have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Yates City, Illinois, is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Yates City?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Yates City, Illinois.

How high is the UV index in December in Yates City?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Yates City, Illinois, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Yates City, IL

Average temperature in December - Yates City, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°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 (18.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Yates City, IL

Average pressure in December - Yates City, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Yates City, IL

Average wind speed in December - Yates City, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Yates City, IL

Average humidity in December - Yates City, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Yates City, IL

Average rainfall in December - Yates City, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.42").

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Average rainfall days in December
Yates City, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Yates City, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Yates City, IL

Average snowfall in December - Yates City, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Yates City, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Yates City, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
Yates City, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Yates City, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Yates City, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Yates City, IL

Average UV index in December - Yates City, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Yates City, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Yates City, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Yates City, IL

Average visibility in December - Yates City, 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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