December weather forecast
Mount Clare, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mount Clare, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December corresponds with a decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a cold 40.3°F (4.6°C) from a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C). The nighttime temperature in Mount Clare, during December, averages of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Mount Clare, in December, during 6.7 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mount Clare, Illinois, there are 121.4 rainfall days, and 14.72" (374mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 3.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Mount Clare.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Mount Clare. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Mount Clare in December?

Mount Clare in December has an average high-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Mount Clare?

In Mount Clare, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Mount Clare?

In December, in Mount Clare, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Mount Clare?

The month with the most snowfall in Mount Clare is December, when snow falls for 3.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Mount Clare in December?

In December, in Mount Clare, Illinois, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mount Clare?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Mount Clare, Illinois.

What is the average length of the day in December in Mount Clare?

In December, the average day length in Mount Clare, Illinois, is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Mount Clare?

On the first day of December in Mount Clare, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mount Clare have in December?

In Mount Clare, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Mount Clare?

The months with the lowest UV index in Mount Clare, Illinois, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Mount Clare?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Mount Clare is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Mount Clare, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Mount Clare, IL

Average pressure in December - Mount Clare, 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
Mount Clare, IL

Average wind speed in December - Mount Clare, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Mount Clare, IL

Average humidity in December - Mount Clare, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Mount Clare, IL

Average rainfall in December - Mount Clare, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Mount Clare, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Mount Clare, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mount Clare, IL

Average snowfall in December - Mount Clare, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mount Clare, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Mount Clare, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 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
Mount Clare, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mount Clare, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mount Clare, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Mount Clare, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Mount Clare, IL

Average UV index in December - Mount Clare, 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
Mount Clare, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Mount Clare, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Mount Clare, IL

Average visibility in December - Mount Clare, 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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