December weather forecast
Genoa, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Genoa, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.7°F (0.4°C) and 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Temperature

December suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a frosty 44.6°F (7°C) in November to an icy 32.7°F (0.4°C). Throughout the month of December, Genoa witnesses an average low-temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Genoa, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. In Genoa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.8 days and collects up to 11.69" (297mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Genoa, in December, during 8.5 snowfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Genoa, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.1 days and aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.9h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Genoa in December?

In Genoa, 32.7°F (0.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 22.5°F (-5.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Genoa?

In Genoa, during December, snow falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Genoa have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Genoa, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Genoa, IL

Average pressure in December - Genoa, 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
Genoa, IL

Average wind speed in December - Genoa, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Genoa, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Genoa, IL

Average rainfall in December - Genoa, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Genoa, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Genoa, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Genoa, IL

Average snowfall in December - Genoa, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Genoa, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Genoa, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Genoa, 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: 3h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Genoa, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Genoa, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Genoa, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Genoa, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Genoa, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Genoa, IL

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

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

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