December weather forecast
New Canton, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in New Canton, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and an average high of 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Temperature

New Canton's progression into December involves a drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a cold 40.5°F (4.7°C). New Canton experiences a nighttime temperature average of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) during December.

Humidity

In New Canton, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In New Canton, during December, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.7 rainfall days, and 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In New Canton, in December, during 4.5 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In New Canton, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.1 days and aggregates up to 9.45" (240mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:50 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. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C) and a low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In New Canton, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In New Canton, in December, it is raining for 7.6 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In New Canton, in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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 7:06 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

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

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
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Average visibility

Average temperature in December
New Canton, IL

Average temperature in December - New Canton, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in December
New Canton, IL

Average pressure in December - New Canton, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
New Canton, IL

Average wind speed in December - New Canton, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

Average humidity in December
New Canton, IL

Average humidity in December - New Canton, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

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

Average rainfall in December
New Canton, IL

Average rainfall in December - New Canton, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
New Canton, IL

Average rainfall days in December - New Canton, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
New Canton, IL

Average snowfall in December - New Canton, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New Canton, IL

Average snowfall days in December - New Canton, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 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 Canton, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Canton, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
New Canton, IL

Average sunshine days in December - New Canton, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
New Canton, IL

Average UV index in December - New Canton, 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
New Canton, IL

Average cloud cover in December - New Canton, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

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 30).

Average visibility in December
New Canton, IL

Average visibility in December - New Canton, 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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