December weather forecast
Millstadt, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Millstadt, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and max 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's cool 53.6°F (12°C) to a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Millstadt, in December, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Millstadt, Illinois, there are 133.3 rainfall days, and 23.03" (585mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated. In Millstadt, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.5 days and aggregates up to 5.04" (128mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Millstadt, Illinois, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Millstadt, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and a low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Millstadt, during December, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Millstadt, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

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?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Millstadt have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Millstadt, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in December
Millstadt, IL

Average pressure in December - Millstadt, 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
Millstadt, IL

Average wind speed in December - Millstadt, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Millstadt, IL

Average humidity in December - Millstadt, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Millstadt, IL

Average rainfall in December - Millstadt, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Millstadt, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Millstadt, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Millstadt, IL

Average snowfall in December - Millstadt, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Millstadt, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Millstadt, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 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
Millstadt, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Millstadt, 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 5min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Millstadt, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Millstadt, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Millstadt, IL

Average UV index in December - Millstadt, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Millstadt, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Millstadt, 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, July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Millstadt, IL

Average visibility in December - Millstadt, 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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