December weather forecast
South Pekin, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in South Pekin, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Temperature

The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a wintry 36.9°F (2.7°C) from November's chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C). In South Pekin, the nighttime temperature averages to a subzero cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in South Pekin is 79%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in South Pekin are January through April, October through December. In South Pekin, Illinois, in December, snow falls for 6.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.85" (47mm) of snow. In South Pekin, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.9 days and aggregates up to 12.24" (311mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in South Pekin is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in South Pekin 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 in South Pekin. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in South Pekin in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in South Pekin, Illinois, during December are 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in South Pekin?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

What is the driest month in South Pekin?

The month with the least rainfall in South Pekin is December, when the rain falls for 8.1 days and typically collects 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in South Pekin in December?

In South Pekin, Illinois, in December, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in South Pekin in December?

In South Pekin, Illinois, in December, during 6.4 snowfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in South Pekin?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in South Pekin, Illinois.

What is the average length of the day in December in South Pekin?

The average day length in December in South Pekin, Illinois, is 9h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in South Pekin?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in South Pekin?

In South Pekin, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in South Pekin?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in South Pekin?

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

Average temperature in December - South Pekin, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°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 (19°F).

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Average pressure in December
South Pekin, IL

Average pressure in December - South Pekin, 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
South Pekin, IL

Average wind speed in December - South Pekin, 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 (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
South Pekin, IL

Average humidity in December - South Pekin, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
South Pekin, IL

Average rainfall in December - South Pekin, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in December
South Pekin, IL

Average rainfall days in December - South Pekin, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
South Pekin, IL

Average snowfall in December - South Pekin, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
South Pekin, IL

Average snowfall days in December - South Pekin, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.4 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
South Pekin, IL

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

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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
South Pekin, IL

Average sunshine days in December - South Pekin, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

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Average UV index in December
South Pekin, IL

Average UV index in December - South Pekin, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
South Pekin, IL

Average cloud cover in December - South Pekin, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
South Pekin, IL

Average visibility in December - South Pekin, 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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