December weather forecast
Momence, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Momence, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

Stepping into December, Momence observes a temperature decline, with the average high falling from November's frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) to an icy 36.1°F (2.3°C). Throughout December, Momence registers a consistent average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Momence, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132 days and collects up to 15.16" (385mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Momence, Illinois, in December, during 7.5 snowfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Momence, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.5 days and aggregates up to 5.28" (134mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:32 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Momence, is 36.1°F (2.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Momence, in December, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Momence, in December, during 7.5 snowfall days, 0.87" (22mm) 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 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Momence?

In Momence, the average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:32 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Momence have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Momence, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Momence, IL

Average temperature in December - Momence, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Momence, IL

Average pressure in December - Momence, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Momence, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Momence, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Momence, IL

Average rainfall in December - Momence, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Momence, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Momence, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Momence, IL

Average snowfall in December - Momence, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Momence, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Momence, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Momence, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Momence, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Momence, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Momence, IL

Average UV index in December - Momence, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Momence, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Momence, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Momence, IL

Average visibility in December - Momence, 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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