December weather forecast
Media, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Media, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.8°F (-4°C) and max 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a chilly 48.2°F (9°C) in November to a cold 36.1°F (2.3°C). Throughout December, Media encounters an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 24.8°F (-4°C).

Humidity

In Media, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and December Rain falls for 7.7 days and accumulates 1.46" (37mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated. In Media, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.6 days and aggregates up to 13.66" (347mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Media.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

In Media, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Media?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Media, Illinois, during December are 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 24.8°F (-4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Media?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the driest month in Media?

The months with the least rainfall in Media, Illinois, are January and December Rain falls for 7.7 days and accumulates 1.46" (37mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December in Media?

In Media, Illinois, in December, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Media?

In Media, during December, snow falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Media?

December has the shortest days of the year in Media, Illinois, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Media?

In December, the average day length in Media is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Media?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Media?

The average sunshine duration in December in Media, Illinois, is 4.6h.

How high is the UV index in December in Media?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Media, Illinois, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Media, IL

Average temperature in December - Media, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.8°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 (17.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Media, IL

Average pressure in December - Media, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Media, IL

Average wind speed in December - Media, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Media, IL

Average humidity in December - Media, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Media, IL

Average rainfall in December - Media, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Media, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Media, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Media, IL

Average snowfall in December - Media, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Media, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Media, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 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
Media, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Media, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Media, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Media, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Media, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Media, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Media, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Media, IL

Average visibility in December - Media, 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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