December weather forecast
Lee, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lee, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and max 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C) to an icy 32.9°F (0.5°C). Throughout December nights, Lee registers an average low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Lee, during December, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 124.5 rainfall days, and 14.49" (368mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Lee, in December, during 7.7 snowfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lee, there are 37.1 snowfall days, and 6.14" (156mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Lee, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:35 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 in Lee. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Lee?

During December, Lee experiences an average high-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) and a low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lee?

The average relative humidity in December in Lee, Illinois, is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Lee?

In Lee, during December, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Lee in December?

In December, in Lee, it is snowing for 7.7 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lee?

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

How many hours of daylight does Lee have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Lee?

On the first day of December in Lee, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lee have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Lee?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Lee?

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

Average temperature in December - Lee, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.8°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 (14.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Lee, IL

Average pressure in December - Lee, 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
Lee, IL

Average wind speed in December - Lee, 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 (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Lee, IL

Average humidity in December - Lee, 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 (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Lee, IL

Average rainfall in December - Lee, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Lee, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Lee, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lee, IL

Average snowfall in December - Lee, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lee, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Lee, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Lee, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lee, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lee, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Lee, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Lee, IL

Average UV index in December - Lee, 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
Lee, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Lee, 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 34).

Average visibility in December
Lee, IL

Average visibility in December - Lee, 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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