December weather forecast
Niantic, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Niantic, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and an average low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C) to a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C). Throughout December, a steady low-temperature average of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) is noted.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Niantic. Rain falls for 8.3 days and accumulates 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Niantic, in December, during 6.7 snowfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Niantic, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.7 days and aggregates up to 7.13" (181mm) 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 6:59 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Niantic, Illinois, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Niantic, is 38.3°F (3.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Niantic, Illinois, is 79%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 8.3 days and typically collects 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Niantic, in December, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Niantic, in December, during 6.7 snowfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Niantic have in December?

In Niantic, the average day length in December is 9h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Niantic have in December?

In Niantic, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Niantic, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Niantic, IL

Average pressure in December - Niantic, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Niantic, IL

Average wind speed in December - Niantic, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Niantic, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Niantic, IL

Average rainfall in December - Niantic, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Niantic, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Niantic, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Niantic, IL

Average snowfall in December - Niantic, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Niantic, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Niantic, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Niantic, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Niantic, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Niantic, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Niantic, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Niantic, IL

Average UV index in December - Niantic, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Niantic, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Niantic, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Niantic, IL

Average visibility in December - Niantic, 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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