December weather forecast
Atwood, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Atwood, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from November's frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C) to a wintry 38.5°F (3.6°C). The temperature in Atwood lowers to an average of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Atwood, Illinois, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Atwood, there are 144.2 rainfall days, and 22.4" (569mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Atwood are January through April, November and December. In Atwood, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 25.8 snowfall days, and 6.38" (162mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, in Atwood, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Atwood 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 in Atwood. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Atwood during December?

In Atwood, in December, the average high-temperature is 38.5°F (3.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Atwood?

The average relative humidity in December in Atwood, Illinois, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Atwood?

In Atwood, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Atwood?

In Atwood, Illinois, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Atwood?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Atwood?

In December, the average day length in Atwood, Illinois, is 9h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Atwood?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in Atwood, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Atwood have in December?

In Atwood, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Atwood?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Atwood, IL

Average temperature in December - Atwood, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Atwood, IL

Average pressure in December - Atwood, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Atwood, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Atwood, IL

Average humidity in December - Atwood, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Atwood, IL

Average rainfall in December - Atwood, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.72").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and September (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Atwood, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Atwood, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Atwood, IL

Average snowfall in December - Atwood, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.5"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Atwood, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Atwood, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 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
Atwood, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Atwood, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Atwood, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Atwood, IL

Average UV index in December - Atwood, 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
Atwood, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Atwood, IL

Average visibility in December - Atwood, 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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