December weather forecast
Milan, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Milan, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and an average low of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature goes from a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C) in November to a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature dips to a freezing cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 3.2 days and typically collects 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Milan, in December, snow falls for 3.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Milan, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.4 days and aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Milan, 34.7°F (1.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 23.9°F (-4.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

What is the driest month?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.2 days and accumulates 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Milan, in December, during 3.2 rainfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Milan, in December, snow falls for 3.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Milan have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Milan, IL

Average temperature in December - Milan, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°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 (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°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 (16°F).

Average pressure in December
Milan, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Milan, IL

Average wind speed in December - Milan, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Milan, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Milan, IL

Average rainfall in December - Milan, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Milan, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Milan, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (10.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Milan, IL

Average snowfall in December - Milan, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Milan, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Milan, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.5 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
Milan, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Milan, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Milan, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Milan, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Milan, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Milan, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Milan, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Milan, IL

Average visibility in December - Milan, 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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