December weather forecast
Bethany, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Bethany, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.4°F (-2°C) and an average high of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from November's chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C) to an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C). During the month of December, an average low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) is recorded.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Bethany, in December, during 7.5 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.9 rainfall days, and 15.43" (392mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Bethany, Illinois, in December, during 4.5 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Bethany, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.5 days and aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Bethany, 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Bethany experiences an average high-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Bethany, during December, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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?

The average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Bethany?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bethany have in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Bethany?

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

Average temperature in December - Bethany, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°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 (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Bethany, IL

Average pressure in December - Bethany, 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
Bethany, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Bethany, IL

Average humidity in December - Bethany, 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
Bethany, IL

Average rainfall in December - Bethany, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Bethany, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Bethany, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bethany, IL

Average snowfall in December - Bethany, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bethany, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Bethany, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bethany, 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
Bethany, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Bethany, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Bethany, IL

Average UV index in December - Bethany, 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
Bethany, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Bethany, 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
Bethany, IL

Average visibility in December - Bethany, 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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