December weather forecast
Russell, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Russell, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and max 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

Russell's progression into December involves a drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) in November to a cold 34°F (1.1°C). A modest decline from daytime high temperatures is noticed in December, marking the average low at a subzero cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Russell, Illinois, is December, when the rain falls for 8.1 days and typically collects 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Russell, in December, snow falls for 9.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.77" (45mm) of snow. In Russell, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.5 days and aggregates up to 9.37" (238mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Russell, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:28 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Russell, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Russell. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Russell in December?

In December, in Russell, the average high-temperature is 34°F (1.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Russell?

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

What is the driest month in Russell?

December is the month with the least rainfall in Russell. Rain falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Russell?

In Russell, Illinois, during December, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Russell?

In Russell, Illinois, in December, snow falls for 9.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Russell?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Russell.

How many hours of daylight does Russell have in December?

The average day length in December in Russell is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Russell?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Russell, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:28 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Russell have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Russell, Illinois, is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Russell?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Russell?

In Russell, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Russell, IL

Average temperature in December - Russell, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 34°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Russell, IL

Average pressure in December - Russell, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Russell, IL

Average wind speed in December - Russell, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Russell, IL

Average humidity in December - Russell, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Russell, IL

Average rainfall in December - Russell, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and August (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in December
Russell, IL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Russell, IL

Average snowfall in December - Russell, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Russell, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Russell, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Russell, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Russell, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Russell, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Russell, IL

Average UV index in December - Russell, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (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
Russell, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Russell, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Russell, IL

Average visibility in December - Russell, 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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