December weather forecast
Grandview, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Grandview, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28°F (-2.2°C) and an average high of 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a shift in temperature, down from a fresh 50°F (10°C) in November to a cold 38.7°F (3.7°C). In Grandview, December nights cool down to an average of 28°F (-2.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.1 days and accumulates 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 5.4 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 28.1 snowfall days, and 7.48" (190mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Grandview, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 38.7°F (3.7°C) and the low-temperature is 28°F (-2.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 7.1 days and typically collects 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Grandview, in December, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Grandview, during December, snow falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Grandview have in December?

In Grandview, the average day length in December is 9h and 24min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Grandview have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Grandview.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Grandview, IL

Average temperature in December - Grandview, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Grandview, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Grandview, IL

Average wind speed in December - Grandview, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

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
Grandview, IL

Average humidity in December - Grandview, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Grandview, IL

Average rainfall in December - Grandview, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.18").

Average rainfall days in December
Grandview, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Grandview, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Grandview, IL

Average snowfall in December - Grandview, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Grandview, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Grandview, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 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
Grandview, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Grandview, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Grandview, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Grandview, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Grandview, IL

Average UV index in December - Grandview, 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
Grandview, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Grandview, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Grandview, IL

Average visibility in December - Grandview, 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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