December weather forecast
New Bedford, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in New Bedford, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 34°F (1.1°C) and min 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Temperature

New Bedford's progression into December involves a drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C) in November to a cold 34°F (1.1°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) is expected.

Humidity

In New Bedford, Illinois, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In New Bedford, Illinois, during December, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. In New Bedford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.5 days and collects up to 12.72" (323mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In New Bedford, in December, during 6.5 snowfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In New Bedford, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.5 days and aggregates up to 5.2" (132mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in New Bedford, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in New Bedford. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in New Bedford?

The high-temperature, in December, in New Bedford, is 34°F (1.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in New Bedford?

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

How many days does it rain in December in New Bedford?

In New Bedford, during December, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in New Bedford in December?

In New Bedford, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in New Bedford?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in New Bedford.

What is the average length of the day in December in New Bedford?

In December, the average day length in New Bedford, Illinois, is 9h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in New Bedford?

On the first day of December in New Bedford, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does New Bedford have in December?

In New Bedford, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in New Bedford?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in New Bedford?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in New Bedford, Illinois, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
New Bedford, IL

Average temperature in December - New Bedford, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 34°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°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 (15.6°F).

Average pressure in December
New Bedford, IL

Average pressure in December - New Bedford, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
New Bedford, IL

Average wind speed in December - New Bedford, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
New Bedford, IL

Average humidity in December - New Bedford, 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 (73%).

Average rainfall in December
New Bedford, IL

Average rainfall in December - New Bedford, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
New Bedford, IL

Average rainfall days in December - New Bedford, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
New Bedford, IL

Average snowfall in December - New Bedford, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New Bedford, IL

Average snowfall days in December - New Bedford, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 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
New Bedford, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Bedford, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
New Bedford, IL

Average sunshine days in December - New Bedford, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.5 days).

Average UV index in December
New Bedford, IL

Average UV index in December - New Bedford, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
New Bedford, IL

Average cloud cover in December - New Bedford, 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 September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
New Bedford, IL

Average visibility in December - New Bedford, 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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