December weather forecast
Claremont, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Claremont, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and max 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Claremont sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a cool 52°F (11.1°C) in November to an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C). Claremont reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Claremont, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.3 days and collects up to 27.99" (711mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Claremont, in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 20.3 snowfall days, and 5.47" (139mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Claremont, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

Claremont in December has an average high-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Claremont, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Claremont, in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Claremont have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Claremont have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Claremont, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Claremont, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Claremont, IL

Average wind speed in December - Claremont, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Claremont, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Claremont, IL

Average rainfall in December - Claremont, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Claremont, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Claremont, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Claremont, IL

Average snowfall in December - Claremont, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.34"

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
Claremont, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 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
Claremont, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Claremont, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Claremont, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Claremont, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Claremont, IL

Average UV index in December - Claremont, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Claremont, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Claremont, IL

Average visibility in December - Claremont, 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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