December weather forecast
Mascoutah, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Mascoutah, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.2°F (-1°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

During Mascoutah's transition into December, the average high-temperature lessens, moving from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C). Mascoutah throughout December, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.3 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 110.1 rainfall days, and 11.1" (282mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Mascoutah, in December, snow falls for 2.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Mascoutah, there are 13.8 snowfall days, and 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Mascoutah, Illinois, is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Mascoutah are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

Mascoutah in December has an average high-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in Mascoutah in December?

In Mascoutah, Illinois, in December, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mascoutah have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Mascoutah, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Mascoutah, IL

Average pressure in December - Mascoutah, 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
Mascoutah, IL

Average wind speed in December - Mascoutah, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Mascoutah, IL

Average humidity in December - Mascoutah, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, July and August (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Mascoutah, IL

Average rainfall in December - Mascoutah, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Mascoutah, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Mascoutah, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mascoutah, IL

Average snowfall in December - Mascoutah, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mascoutah, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Mascoutah, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mascoutah, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mascoutah, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Mascoutah, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Mascoutah, IL

Average UV index in December - Mascoutah, 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
Mascoutah, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Mascoutah, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Mascoutah, IL

Average visibility in December - Mascoutah, 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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