December weather forecast
Geneva, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Geneva, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a cold 34.2°F (1.2°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 23.5°F (-4.7°C) in December.

Humidity

In Geneva, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are November and December Rain falls for 5 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 5.6 days. Throughout December, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 28.3 snowfall days, and 3.74" (95mm) 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 7:02 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:32 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Geneva in December has an average high-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.5°F (-4.7°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are November and December Rain falls for 5 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in December?

In Geneva, during December, the rain falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5.6 days. Throughout December, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:32 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Geneva have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Geneva is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Geneva, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Geneva, IL

Average temperature in December - Geneva, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Geneva, IL

Average pressure in December - Geneva, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Geneva, IL

Average wind speed in December - Geneva, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Geneva, IL

Average humidity in December - Geneva, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Geneva, IL

Average rainfall in December - Geneva, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.26").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are November and December (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Geneva, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Geneva, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Geneva, IL

Average snowfall in December - Geneva, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Geneva, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Geneva, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Geneva, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Geneva, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Geneva, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Geneva, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Geneva, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Geneva, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Geneva, IL

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

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

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