December weather forecast
Modoc, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Modoc, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C). Throughout December, Modoc witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Modoc, in December, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145 rainfall days, and 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Modoc, during December, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 15.8 snowfall days, and 6.77" (172mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, in Modoc, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Modoc, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Modoc, is 43.9°F (6.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Modoc, Illinois, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Modoc, in December, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Modoc, in December, during 2.6 snowfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, 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 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Modoc have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Modoc, IL

Average temperature in December - Modoc, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Modoc, IL

Average pressure in December - Modoc, 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
Modoc, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Modoc, IL

Average humidity in December - Modoc, 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
Modoc, IL

Average rainfall in December - Modoc, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.86").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Modoc, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Modoc, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Modoc, IL

Average snowfall in December - Modoc, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.98"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Modoc, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Modoc, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.7 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
Modoc, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Modoc, 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 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
Modoc, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Modoc, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Modoc, IL

Average UV index in December - Modoc, 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
Modoc, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Modoc, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Modoc, IL

Average visibility in December - Modoc, 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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