December weather forecast
Carterville, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Carterville, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and an average high of 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December corresponds with a decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C) from a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C). During the December nights, an average temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) is observed.

Humidity

In Carterville, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 137.6 rainfall days, and 23.03" (585mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Carterville, during December, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Carterville, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.5 days and aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Carterville, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In Carterville, in December, the average high-temperature is 43.9°F (6.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Carterville, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Carterville, in December, during 9.1 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Carterville, in December, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 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 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Carterville is 9h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Carterville, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

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 minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Carterville, IL

Average temperature in December - Carterville, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Carterville, IL

Average pressure in December - Carterville, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Carterville, IL

Average wind speed in December - Carterville, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Carterville, IL

Average humidity in December - Carterville, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Carterville, IL

Average rainfall in December - Carterville, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Carterville, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Carterville, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Carterville, IL

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Carterville, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Carterville, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 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
Carterville, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Carterville, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Carterville, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Carterville, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Carterville, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Carterville, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Carterville, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Carterville, IL

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

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

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