December weather forecast
East Cape Girardeau, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in East Cape Girardeau, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.5°F (7.5°C) and min 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

Onset of December comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a cool 54.7°F (12.6°C) in November to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). Throughout December, East Cape Girardeau registers a consistent average low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In East Cape Girardeau, in December, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In East Cape Girardeau, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.6 days and collects up to 35.59" (904mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in East Cape Girardeau. In East Cape Girardeau, in December, during 1.6 snowfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In East Cape Girardeau, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.2 days and aggregates up to 4.92" (125mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

In East Cape Girardeau, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and a low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in East Cape Girardeau is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in East Cape Girardeau?

In East Cape Girardeau, Illinois, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In East Cape Girardeau, in December, during 1.6 snowfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in East Cape Girardeau?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does East Cape Girardeau have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average temperature in December - East Cape Girardeau, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in December
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average pressure in December - East Cape Girardeau, 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
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average wind speed in December - East Cape Girardeau, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average humidity in December - East Cape Girardeau, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average rainfall in December - East Cape Girardeau, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average rainfall days in December - East Cape Girardeau, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average snowfall in December - East Cape Girardeau, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average snowfall days in December - East Cape Girardeau, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 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
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East Cape Girardeau, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average sunshine days in December - East Cape Girardeau, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average UV index in December - East Cape Girardeau, 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
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average cloud cover in December - East Cape Girardeau, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
East Cape Girardeau, IL

Average visibility in December - East Cape Girardeau, 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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