December weather forecast
Madison, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Madison, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.2°F (-1°C) and an average high of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Madison's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) to an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). The average temperature during December nights dips to a freezing cold 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Madison, in December, during 9.2 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Madison, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.5 days and collects up to 36.06" (916mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 4 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 20.3 snowfall days, and 8.07" (205mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Madison, is 41.9°F (5.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Madison, in December, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Madison, in December, snow falls for 4 days, with typically accumulated 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, in Madison, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Madison have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December in Madison?

In Madison, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Madison, IL

Average temperature in December - Madison, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Madison, IL

Average pressure in December - Madison, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Madison, IL

Average wind speed in December - Madison, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Madison, IL

Average humidity in December - Madison, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Madison, IL

Average rainfall in December - Madison, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Madison, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Madison, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Madison, IL

Average snowfall in December - Madison, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Madison, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Madison, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 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
Madison, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Madison, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Madison, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Madison, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Madison, IL

Average UV index in December - Madison, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Madison, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Madison, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Madison, IL

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

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

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