December weather forecast
Illinois City, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Illinois City, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.5°F (1.4°C) and min 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Temperature

In the transition to December, Illinois City observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C) in November to a wintry 34.5°F (1.4°C). In December, Illinois City experiences a temperature dip to an average of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) at night.

Humidity

In Illinois City, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Illinois City, Illinois. Rain falls for 6.6 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Illinois City, during December, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In Illinois City, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.4 days and aggregates up to 8.35" (212mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Illinois City, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Illinois City, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Illinois City is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Illinois City?

In December, in Illinois City, the average high-temperature is 34.5°F (1.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.1°F (-4.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Illinois City?

The average relative humidity in December in Illinois City, Illinois, is 81%.

What is the driest month in Illinois City?

The month with the least rainfall in Illinois City, Illinois, is December, when the rain falls for 6.6 days and typically collects 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Illinois City?

In Illinois City, Illinois, during December, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Illinois City in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

December has the shortest days of the year in Illinois City, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Illinois City is 9h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Illinois City?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in Illinois City, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Illinois City?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Illinois City?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Illinois City, Illinois, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Illinois City, IL

Average temperature in December - Illinois City, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°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 (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Illinois City, IL

Average pressure in December - Illinois 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 (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Illinois City, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Illinois City, IL

Average humidity in December - Illinois City, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Illinois City, IL

Average rainfall in December - Illinois City, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in December
Illinois City, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Illinois City, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Illinois City, IL

Average snowfall in December - Illinois City, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Illinois City, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Illinois City, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Illinois City, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Illinois City, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Illinois City, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Illinois City, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Illinois City, IL

Average UV index in December - Illinois City, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Illinois City, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Illinois City, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

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

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Average visibility in December
Illinois City, IL

Average visibility in December - Illinois City, 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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