December weather forecast
Mill Shoals, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mill Shoals, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and an average low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

Mill Shoals's December weather shows a moderate shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). During December, the average low-temperature is a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Mill Shoals, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 166.4 rainfall days, and 37.32" (948mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Mill Shoals, in December, during 4.1 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 21.2 snowfall days, and 6.97" (177mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

During December, Mill Shoals experiences an average high-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and a low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Mill Shoals, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mill Shoals have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

What is the month with 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Mill Shoals, IL

Average temperature in December - Mill Shoals, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in December
Mill Shoals, IL

Average pressure in December - Mill Shoals, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Mill Shoals, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Mill Shoals, IL

Average humidity in December - Mill Shoals, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

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

Average rainfall in December
Mill Shoals, IL

Average rainfall in December - Mill Shoals, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.96").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Mill Shoals, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Mill Shoals, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mill Shoals, IL

Average snowfall in December - Mill Shoals, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mill Shoals, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Mill Shoals, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 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
Mill Shoals, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mill Shoals, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Mill Shoals, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Mill Shoals, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Mill Shoals, IL

Average UV index in December - Mill Shoals, 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
Mill Shoals, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Mill Shoals, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

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

Average visibility in December
Mill Shoals, IL

Average visibility in December - Mill Shoals, 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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