December weather forecast
New Haven, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in New Haven, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). New Haven experiences a mean low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in New Haven is 78%.

Rainfall

In New Haven, during December, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. In New Haven, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.2 days and collects up to 8.7" (221mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 1.9 days. Throughout December, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in New Haven, Illinois, there are 10.1 snowfall days, and 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in New Haven is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

In New Haven, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in New Haven during December?

The high-temperature in New Haven, Illinois, during December is 43.5°F (6.4°C) and the low-temperature is 32.2°F (0.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in New Haven?

In December, the average relative humidity in New Haven is 78%.

How much does it rain in New Haven in December?

In New Haven, Illinois, in December, it is raining for 6.2 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in New Haven in December?

In New Haven, during December, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

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

The month with the shortest days in New Haven, Illinois, is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

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

In New Haven, Illinois, the average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in New Haven?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, in New Haven, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in New Haven?

In New Haven, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in New Haven?

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

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

In New Haven, 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 temperature in December
New Haven, IL

Average temperature in December - New Haven, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
New Haven, IL

Average pressure in December - New Haven, 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 Haven, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
New Haven, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
New Haven, IL

Average rainfall in December - New Haven, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
New Haven, IL

Average rainfall days in December - New Haven, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

Average snowfall in December
New Haven, IL

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New Haven, IL

Average snowfall days in December - New Haven, 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, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
New Haven, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
New Haven, IL

Average sunshine days in December - New Haven, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.8 days).

Average UV index in December
New Haven, IL

Average UV index in December - New Haven, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
New Haven, IL

Average cloud cover in December - New Haven, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
New Haven, IL

Average visibility in December - New Haven, 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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