December weather forecast
Abingdon, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Abingdon, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.8°F (2.1°C) and 25°F (-3.9°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather shows a temperature decrease, transitioning from a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C) in November to a cold 35.8°F (2.1°C). Throughout the month of December, the average temperature in Abingdon, Illinois, dips to a subzero cold 25°F (-3.9°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in Abingdon, Illinois, are January and December Rain falls for 6.8 days and accumulates 0.59" (15mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Abingdon, during December, snow falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.2 snowfall days, and 4.8" (122mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Abingdon, Illinois.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, in Abingdon, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Abingdon, Illinois, is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Abingdon?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Abingdon during December are 35.8°F (2.1°C) and 25°F (-3.9°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Abingdon?

The average relative humidity in December in Abingdon is 81%.

What is the driest month in Abingdon?

The months with the least rainfall in Abingdon are January and December Rain falls for 6.8 days and accumulates 0.59" (15mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December in Abingdon?

In Abingdon, Illinois, during December, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Abingdon in December?

In Abingdon, Illinois, during December, snow falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Abingdon?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Abingdon have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Abingdon?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in Abingdon, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Abingdon have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Abingdon, Illinois, is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Abingdon?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Abingdon?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Abingdon is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Abingdon, IL

Average temperature in December - Abingdon, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25°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 (17.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Abingdon, IL

Average pressure in December - Abingdon, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Abingdon, IL

Average wind speed in December - Abingdon, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Abingdon, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Abingdon, IL

Average rainfall in December - Abingdon, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.2").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Abingdon, IL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Abingdon, IL

Average snowfall in December - Abingdon, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Abingdon, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Abingdon, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.1 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).

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

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

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Abingdon, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Abingdon, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Abingdon, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Abingdon, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Abingdon, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

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

Average visibility in December
Abingdon, IL

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).

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