December weather forecast
Manhattan, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Manhattan, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 25°F (-3.9°C) and 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

December involves a decrease in temperature, down from a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C) in November to an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C). In Manhattan, the expected average low-temperature for December is a subzero cold 25°F (-3.9°C).

Humidity

In Manhattan, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are February and December Rain falls for 7.6 days and accumulates 1.61" (41mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Manhattan, during December, snow falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of snow. In Manhattan, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.2 days and aggregates up to 14.65" (372mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Manhattan.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:32 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Manhattan in December?

Manhattan in December has an average high-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Manhattan, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are February and December Rain falls for 7.6 days and accumulates 1.61" (41mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in December?

In Manhattan, during December, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 9 days. Throughout December, 2.44" (62mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 Manhattan have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:32 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Manhattan, IL

Average temperature in December - Manhattan, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Manhattan, IL

Average pressure in December - Manhattan, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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
Manhattan, IL

Average wind speed in December - Manhattan, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Manhattan, IL

Average humidity in December - Manhattan, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Manhattan, IL

Average rainfall in December - Manhattan, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Manhattan, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Manhattan, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Manhattan, IL

Average snowfall in December - Manhattan, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Manhattan, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Manhattan, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 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
Manhattan, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Manhattan, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Manhattan, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Manhattan, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Manhattan, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Manhattan, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Manhattan, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Manhattan, IL

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

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

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