December weather forecast
Grafton, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Grafton, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30°F (-1.1°C) and an average high of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

Start of December brings a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) to an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C). In Grafton, an average nighttime temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) is expected during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Grafton, Illinois, during December, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 138.8 rainfall days, and 27.6" (701mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Grafton, Illinois, in December, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.14" (29mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Grafton, there are 17.9 snowfall days, and 5.12" (130mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Grafton, Illinois, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, in Grafton, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Grafton, 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 in Grafton. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Grafton?

December temperatures in Grafton vary between a high-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Grafton?

In Grafton, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in Grafton in December?

In Grafton, in December, during 6.8 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Grafton?

In Grafton, Illinois, during December, snow falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Grafton?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

In Grafton, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Grafton?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Grafton?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Grafton, Illinois, is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Grafton?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Grafton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Grafton is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Grafton, IL

Average temperature in December - Grafton, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Grafton, IL

Average pressure in December - Grafton, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Grafton, IL

Average wind speed in December - Grafton, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Grafton, IL

Average humidity in December - Grafton, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Grafton, IL

Average rainfall in December - Grafton, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in December
Grafton, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Grafton, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Grafton, IL

Average snowfall in December - Grafton, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Grafton, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Grafton, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.7 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
Grafton, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Grafton, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Grafton, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Grafton, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Grafton, IL

Average UV index in December - Grafton, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Grafton, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Grafton, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Grafton, IL

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

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

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