December weather forecast
Coal City, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Coal City, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

December shows a mild decline in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) to an icy 35.6°F (2°C). Throughout December, an average nighttime temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) is experienced.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Coal City, during December, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. In Coal City, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.4 days and collects up to 33.5" (851mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Coal City, in December, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.44" (62mm) of snow. In Coal City, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.7 days and aggregates up to 15.39" (391mm) 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 7:00 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:34 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Coal City, the average high-temperature is 35.6°F (2°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Coal City, Illinois, in December, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Coal City, during December, snow falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Coal City?

In Coal City, the average day length in December is 9h and 15min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:34 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Coal City is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. 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 snowfall days
Average daylight
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Coal City, IL

Average temperature in December - Coal City, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Coal City, IL

Average pressure in December - Coal City, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Coal City, IL

Average wind speed in December - Coal City, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Coal City, IL

Average humidity in December - Coal City, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Coal City, IL

Average rainfall in December - Coal City, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Coal City, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Coal City, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Coal City, IL

Average snowfall in December - Coal City, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Coal City, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Coal City, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
Coal City, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Coal City, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Coal City, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Coal City, IL

Average UV index in December - Coal City, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Coal City, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Coal City, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Coal City, IL

Average visibility in December - Coal City, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, July and August (5mi).

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