December weather forecast
Maeystown, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Maeystown, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

Maeystown's weather changes with the onset of December, slightly falling from a cool 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C). The average low-temperature during December nights is a subzero cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 139.8 rainfall days, and 25.63" (651mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, September, November and December are months with snowfall. In Maeystown, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 18.7 snowfall days, and 6.65" (169mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Maeystown, is 43.2°F (6.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 30.9°F (-0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Maeystown?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Maeystown, in December, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, in Maeystown, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Maeystown have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Maeystown?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Maeystown, IL

Average temperature in December - Maeystown, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Maeystown, IL

Average pressure in December - Maeystown, 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
Maeystown, IL

Average wind speed in December - Maeystown, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Maeystown, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Maeystown, IL

Average rainfall in December - Maeystown, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.34").

Average rainfall days in December
Maeystown, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Maeystown, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Maeystown, IL

Average snowfall in December - Maeystown, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Maeystown, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Maeystown, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 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 October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Maeystown, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Maeystown, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Maeystown, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Maeystown, IL

Average UV index in December - Maeystown, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Maeystown, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Maeystown, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Maeystown, IL

Average visibility in December - Maeystown, 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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