December weather forecast
Eldred, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Eldred, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 40.5°F (4.7°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a temperature drop, moving from a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to an icy 40.5°F (4.7°C). Eldred, in the month of December, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Eldred, during December, the rain falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 120.6 rainfall days, and 14.17" (360mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 19.1 snowfall days, and 3.82" (97mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Eldred, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

Eldred in December has an average high-temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 6.4 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Eldred, during December, snow falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Eldred?

The average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Eldred have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Eldred, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Eldred, IL

Average temperature in December - Eldred, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Eldred, IL

Average pressure in December - Eldred, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Eldred, IL

Average wind speed in December - Eldred, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Eldred, IL

Average humidity in December - Eldred, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Eldred, IL

Average rainfall in December - Eldred, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Eldred, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Eldred, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Eldred, IL

Average snowfall in December - Eldred, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Eldred, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Eldred, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.7 days

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Eldred, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Eldred, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Eldred, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Eldred, IL

Average UV index in December - Eldred, 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
Eldred, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Eldred, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

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

Average visibility in December
Eldred, IL

Average visibility in December - Eldred, 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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