December weather forecast
Adair, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Adair, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December involves a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C) in November to an icy 37°F (2.8°C). Throughout the month of December, the average temperature dips to a freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Adair, in December, during 5.6 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 122.7 rainfall days, and 17.8" (452mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Adair, during December, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow. In Adair, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.2 days and aggregates up to 5.47" (139mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Adair, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature in Adair, Illinois, during December is 37°F (2.8°C) and the low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Adair, in December, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Adair have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Adair, IL

Average temperature in December - Adair, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in December
Adair, IL

Average pressure in December - Adair, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Adair, IL

Average wind speed in December - Adair, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Adair, IL

Average humidity in December - Adair, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

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

Average rainfall in December
Adair, IL

Average rainfall in December - Adair, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Adair, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Adair, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Adair, IL

Average snowfall in December - Adair, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Adair, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Adair, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 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
Adair, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Adair, 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 4min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Adair, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Adair, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Adair, IL

Average UV index in December - Adair, 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
Adair, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Adair, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Adair, IL

Average visibility in December - Adair, 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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