December weather forecastDowns, IL
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Downs, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.6°F (-3°C) and max 36.9°F (2.7°C).Temperature
In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a frosty 48°F (8.9°C) in November to an icy 36.9°F (2.7°C). Throughout December, an average nighttime temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C) is experienced.Humidity
In Downs, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 7.5 days and typically collects 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated. In Downs, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.1 days and aggregates up to 9.17" (233mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Average temperature in December
Downs, IL
- Average high temperature in December: 36.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Downs, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Downs, IL
- Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Downs, IL
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Downs, IL
- Average rainfall in December: 1.1"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.1").
Average rainfall days in December
Downs, IL
- Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Downs, IL
- Average snowfall in December: 1.42"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Downs, 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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Downs, IL
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 18min
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 18min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 24min
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).
Average sunshine days in December
Downs, IL
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Downs, IL
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Downs, IL
- Average cloud cover in December: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Downs, 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).
