December weather forecast
Murdock, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Murdock, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.5°F (3.6°C) and an average low of 28°F (-2.2°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a temperature drop, moving from a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C) in November to a cold 38.5°F (3.6°C). Throughout the month of December, Murdock reports a steady low-temperature average of 28°F (-2.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Murdock, in December, during 7.7 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Murdock, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132 days and collects up to 15.94" (405mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.7 days and accumulates 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

Sunshine

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Murdock, is 38.5°F (3.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 28°F (-2.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Murdock, in December, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.7 days and accumulates 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Murdock, in December, during 5.7 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Murdock?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Murdock have in December?

In Murdock, Illinois, the average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Murdock have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Murdock, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Murdock, IL

Average temperature in December - Murdock, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

Average pressure in December
Murdock, IL

Average pressure in December - Murdock, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Murdock, IL

Average wind speed in December - Murdock, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Murdock, IL

Average humidity in December - Murdock, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Murdock, IL

Average rainfall in December - Murdock, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Murdock, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Murdock, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Murdock, IL

Average snowfall in December - Murdock, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Murdock, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Murdock, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.7 days

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

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

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Murdock, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Murdock, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Murdock, IL

Average UV index in December - Murdock, 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
Murdock, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Murdock, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Murdock, IL

Average visibility in December - Murdock, 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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