December weather forecast
Elvaston, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Elvaston, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 37.6°F (3.1°C) and min 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a shift in temperature, down from a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) in November to a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C). Throughout December, Elvaston experiences a low-temperature average of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.2 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 129.9 rainfall days, and 20.71" (526mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Elvaston, in December, during 4.9 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 25.2 snowfall days, and 8.03" (204mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:09 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Elvaston, is 37.6°F (3.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.9°F (-3.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 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 Elvaston, in December, during 6.2 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Elvaston, in December, during 4.9 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Elvaston, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is 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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Elvaston, IL

Average temperature in December - Elvaston, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Elvaston, IL

Average pressure in December - Elvaston, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Elvaston, IL

Average wind speed in December - Elvaston, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Elvaston, IL

Average humidity in December - Elvaston, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Elvaston, IL

Average rainfall in December - Elvaston, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Elvaston, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Elvaston, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elvaston, IL

Average snowfall in December - Elvaston, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elvaston, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Elvaston, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 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
Elvaston, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elvaston, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Elvaston, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Elvaston, IL

Average UV index in December - Elvaston, 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
Elvaston, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Elvaston, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Elvaston, IL

Average visibility in December - Elvaston, 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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