December weather forecast
Mode, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Mode, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) to a wintry 40.3°F (4.6°C). Mode cools down to an average low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, in Mode, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.9 rainfall days, and 21.89" (556mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Mode. In Mode, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Mode, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.7 days and aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Mode, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Mode, during December, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Mode, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Mode, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mode have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What are the months 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 minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Mode, IL

Average temperature in December - Mode, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).

Average pressure in December
Mode, IL

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

Average wind speed in December
Mode, IL

Average wind speed in December - Mode, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Mode, IL

Average humidity in December - Mode, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Mode, IL

Average rainfall in December - Mode, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Mode, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Mode, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mode, IL

Average snowfall in December - Mode, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mode, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mode, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • 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 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mode, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Mode, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Mode, IL

Average UV index in December - Mode, 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
Mode, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Mode, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Mode, IL

Average visibility in December - Mode, 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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