December weather forecast
Franklin Grove, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Franklin Grove, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and an average high of 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

Franklin Grove in December undergoes a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) to a wintry 34°F (1.1°C). Franklin Grove, in the month of December, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Franklin Grove, in December, it is raining for 5.9 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 129.4 rainfall days, and 16.65" (423mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Franklin Grove, during December, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.1 snowfall days, and 6.97" (177mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Franklin Grove, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Franklin Grove, is 34°F (1.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 5.9 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Franklin Grove, in December, snow falls for 8 days, with typically accumulated 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Franklin Grove, Illinois, is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, in Franklin Grove, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Franklin Grove are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Franklin Grove, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Franklin Grove, IL

Average temperature in December - Franklin Grove, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 34°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Franklin Grove, IL

Average pressure in December - Franklin Grove, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Franklin Grove, IL

Average wind speed in December - Franklin Grove, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Franklin Grove, IL

Average humidity in December - Franklin Grove, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Franklin Grove, IL

Average rainfall in December - Franklin Grove, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Franklin Grove, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Franklin Grove, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Franklin Grove, IL

Average snowfall in December - Franklin Grove, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Franklin Grove, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Franklin Grove, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 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
Franklin Grove, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Franklin Grove, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Franklin Grove, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Franklin Grove, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Franklin Grove, IL

Average UV index in December - Franklin Grove, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Franklin Grove, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Franklin Grove, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Franklin Grove, IL

Average visibility in December - Franklin Grove, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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