December weather forecast
Naplate, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Naplate, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25°F (-3.9°C) and an average high of 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

Naplate in December experiences a subtle temperature decline, with average high-temperatures reducing from a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C) in November to a wintry 35.1°F (1.7°C). In December, Naplate experiences a temperature dip to an average of 25°F (-3.9°C) at night.

Humidity

In Naplate, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Naplate, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.3 days and collects up to 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Naplate, in December, snow falls for 9.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.72" (69mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 43.4 snowfall days, and 17.76" (451mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and a low-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Naplate, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Naplate, in December, during 9.1 snowfall days, 2.72" (69mm) 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 December, the average day length is 9h and 15min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Naplate is 4.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Naplate, IL

Average temperature in December - Naplate, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25°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 (17.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Naplate, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Naplate, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Naplate, IL

Average humidity in December - Naplate, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Naplate, IL

Average rainfall in December - Naplate, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Naplate, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Naplate, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Naplate, IL

Average snowfall in December - Naplate, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Naplate, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Naplate, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 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
Naplate, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Naplate, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Naplate, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Naplate, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Naplate, IL

Average UV index in December - Naplate, 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
Naplate, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Naplate, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Naplate, IL

Average visibility in December - Naplate, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and August (5mi).

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