December weather forecast
New Grand Chain, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in New Grand Chain, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.7°F (0.4°C) and 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C). New Grand Chain records a steady low-temperature average of 32.7°F (0.4°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 118.3 rainfall days, and 13.03" (331mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 1.9 days. Throughout December, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 11 snowfall days, and 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for New Grand Chain in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in New Grand Chain, records 44.8°F (7.1°C), while the low-temperature is 32.7°F (0.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in New Grand Chain?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In New Grand Chain, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In New Grand Chain, Illinois, in December, snow falls for 1.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does New Grand Chain have in December?

The average day length in December in New Grand Chain is 9h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in New Grand Chain?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
New Grand Chain, IL

Average temperature in December - New Grand Chain, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
New Grand Chain, IL

Average pressure in December - New Grand Chain, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
New Grand Chain, IL

Average wind speed in December - New Grand Chain, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
New Grand Chain, IL

Average humidity in December - New Grand Chain, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
New Grand Chain, IL

Average rainfall in December - New Grand Chain, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
New Grand Chain, IL

Average rainfall days in December - New Grand Chain, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February and December (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
New Grand Chain, IL

Average snowfall in December - New Grand Chain, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New Grand Chain, IL

Average snowfall days in December - New Grand Chain, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 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
New Grand Chain, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Grand Chain, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
New Grand Chain, IL

Average sunshine days in December - New Grand Chain, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.8 days).

Average UV index in December
New Grand Chain, IL

Average UV index in December - New Grand Chain, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
New Grand Chain, IL

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
New Grand Chain, IL

Average visibility in December - New Grand Chain, 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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