December weather forecast
Freeport, IL

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Weather in December

December in Freeport marks the full-fledged arrival of winter. The city is often cloaked under 1.34" (34mm) of snow spread over 8.2 days, painting a scenic picture of the winter wonderland. With an air of festivities fueled by the holiday season, Freeport dons a cheerful spirit despite the cold weather conditions. The snow-covered landscape turns into a playground, offering a range of winter sports activities for both locals and tourists. Hence, despite low temperatures and lesser daylight hours, December offers its own charm in Freeport.

Temperature

With December's onset, the average high-temperature recedes from November's chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C) to a wintry 32°F (0°C). In Freeport, an average nighttime temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) is expected during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.8 days and accumulates 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Freeport, in December, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.8 snowfall days, and 10.43" (265mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Freeport is 4h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Freeport, 32°F (0°C) is the average high-temperature and 21.6°F (-5.8°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Freeport, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall in Freeport is December, when the rain falls for 6.8 days and typically collects 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Freeport, during December, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Freeport?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Freeport have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Freeport have in December?

In Freeport, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Freeport?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Freeport is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Freeport, IL

Average temperature in December - Freeport, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 32°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Freeport, IL

Average pressure in December - Freeport, 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
Freeport, IL

Average wind speed in December - Freeport, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Freeport, IL

Average humidity in December - Freeport, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Freeport, IL

Average rainfall in December - Freeport, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Freeport, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Freeport, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Freeport, IL

Average snowfall in December - Freeport, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Freeport, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Freeport, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Freeport, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Freeport, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Freeport, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Freeport, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Freeport, IL

Average UV index in December - Freeport, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Freeport, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Freeport, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Freeport, IL

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

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

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