December weather forecast
Fairview Heights, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fairview Heights, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and max 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from November's cool 53.4°F (11.9°C) to a wintry 42.6°F (5.9°C). The temperature in Fairview Heights lowers to an average of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Fairview Heights, in December, during 8.4 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 147.1 rainfall days, and 35.43" (900mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Fairview Heights. In December, it is snowing for 4 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 21.1 snowfall days, and 8.11" (206mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, in Fairview Heights, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Fairview Heights are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In December, in Fairview Heights, the average high-temperature is 42.6°F (5.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Fairview Heights, in December, during 8.4 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Fairview Heights, in December, during 4 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically 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 Fairview Heights have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairview Heights have in December?

In Fairview Heights, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the month 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 reading in December?

In Fairview Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate 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
Fairview Heights, IL

Average temperature in December - Fairview Heights, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Fairview Heights, IL

Average pressure in December - Fairview Heights, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Fairview Heights, IL

Average wind speed in December - Fairview Heights, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Fairview Heights, IL

Average humidity in December - Fairview Heights, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Fairview Heights, IL

Average rainfall in December - Fairview Heights, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Fairview Heights, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Fairview Heights, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fairview Heights, IL

Average snowfall in December - Fairview Heights, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fairview Heights, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Fairview Heights, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fairview Heights, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fairview Heights, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Fairview Heights, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Fairview Heights, IL

Average UV index in December - Fairview Heights, 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
Fairview Heights, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Fairview Heights, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Fairview Heights, IL

Average visibility in December - Fairview Heights, 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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