December weather forecast
Coalton, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Coalton, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and an average high of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

Coalton's transition into December involves a shift in temperature, receding from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C). Coalton anticipates an average minimum temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Coalton, during December, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145.5 rainfall days, and 27.44" (697mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Coalton, in December, during 5.3 snowfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 23.9 snowfall days, and 8.58" (218mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Coalton, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

During December, Coalton experiences an average high-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and a low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°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 Coalton, in December, it is raining for 7.6 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, in Coalton, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 Coalton have in December?

In Coalton, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Coalton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Coalton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Coalton, IL

Average temperature in December - Coalton, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Coalton, IL

Average pressure in December - Coalton, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Coalton, IL

Average wind speed in December - Coalton, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Coalton, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Coalton, IL

Average rainfall in December - Coalton, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Coalton, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Coalton, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Coalton, IL

Average snowfall in December - Coalton, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Coalton, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Coalton, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.4 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
Coalton, IL

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

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Coalton, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Coalton, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Coalton, IL

Average UV index in December - Coalton, 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
Coalton, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Coalton, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Coalton, IL

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

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

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