December weather forecast
Newton, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Newton, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and max 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

As Newton enters December, the average high-temperature decreases from the a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) of November to a wintry 41.2°F (5.1°C). An average low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) marks the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Newton, Illinois, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.3 rainfall days, and 35.12" (892mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Newton, in December, during 3.8 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Newton, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.7 days and aggregates up to 7.13" (181mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Newton, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Newton, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Newton, in December, the average high-temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Newton, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Newton?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Newton, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Newton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Newton, IL

Average temperature in December - Newton, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Newton, IL

Average pressure in December - Newton, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Newton, IL

Average wind speed in December - Newton, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Newton, IL

Average humidity in December - Newton, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Newton, IL

Average rainfall in December - Newton, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (5.04").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Newton, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Newton, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Newton, IL

Average snowfall in December - Newton, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Newton, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Newton, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 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
Newton, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Newton, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Newton, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Newton, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Newton, IL

Average UV index in December - Newton, 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
Newton, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Newton, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Newton, IL

Average visibility in December - Newton, 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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