December weather forecast
Fithian, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Fithian, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C) to a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C). Throughout December, Fithian anticipates an average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fithian, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.8 days and collects up to 25.63" (651mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fithian are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 35.2 snowfall days, and 8.82" (224mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Fithian, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Fithian?

December temperatures in Fithian vary between a high-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and a low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fithian?

In Fithian, Illinois, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fithian?

In Fithian, Illinois, during December, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Fithian?

In December, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fithian?

The month with the shortest days in Fithian, Illinois, is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Fithian have in December?

The average day length in December in Fithian is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Fithian?

On the first day of December in Fithian, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fithian have in December?

In Fithian, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Fithian?

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 Fithian?

In Fithian, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fithian, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Fithian, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Fithian, IL

Average wind speed in December - Fithian, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Fithian, IL

Average humidity in December - Fithian, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Fithian, IL

Average rainfall in December - Fithian, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.23").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Fithian, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Fithian, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fithian, IL

Average snowfall in December - Fithian, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

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
Fithian, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Fithian, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
Fithian, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fithian, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fithian, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Fithian, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Fithian, IL

Average UV index in December - Fithian, 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
Fithian, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Fithian, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Fithian, IL

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

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

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