December weather forecast
Milford, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Milford, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C) in November to an icy 36.7°F (2.6°C). During December, the temperature is averaged to a low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Milford is 81%.

Rainfall

In Milford, in December, during 8.4 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 143.2 rainfall days, and 22.24" (565mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Milford, in December, snow falls for 7 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow. In Milford, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.6 days and aggregates up to 9.69" (246mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Milford is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Milford is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 36.7°F (2.6°C) and the low-temperature is 26.4°F (-3.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Milford, Illinois, in December, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Milford, during December, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Milford have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Milford, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in December
Milford, IL

Average pressure in December - Milford, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Milford, IL

Average wind speed in December - Milford, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Milford, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Milford, IL

Average rainfall in December - Milford, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Milford, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Milford, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Milford, IL

Average snowfall in December - Milford, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Milford, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Milford, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 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
Milford, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Milford, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Milford, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Milford, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Milford, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Milford, IL

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

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

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