December weather forecast
North Pekin, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in North Pekin, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and max 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Temperature

December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C) in November to a cold 36.9°F (2.7°C). In North Pekin, in December, the average low-temperature is a subzero cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 8.1 days and typically collects 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In North Pekin, during December, snow falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.9 snowfall days, and 12.24" (311mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in North Pekin, records 36.9°F (2.7°C), while the low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

What is the driest month?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In North Pekin, in December, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In North Pekin, in December, during 6.4 snowfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does North Pekin have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does North Pekin have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What is the month 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 North Pekin, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
North Pekin, IL

Average temperature in December - North Pekin, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in December
North Pekin, IL

Average pressure in December - North Pekin, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
North Pekin, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
North Pekin, IL

Average humidity in December - North Pekin, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
North Pekin, IL

Average rainfall in December - North Pekin, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
North Pekin, IL

Average rainfall days in December - North Pekin, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
North Pekin, IL

Average snowfall in December - North Pekin, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
North Pekin, IL

Average snowfall days in December - North Pekin, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
North Pekin, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North Pekin, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
North Pekin, IL

Average sunshine days in December - North Pekin, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

Average UV index in December
North Pekin, IL

Average UV index in December - North Pekin, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
North Pekin, IL

Average cloud cover in December - North Pekin, 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 August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
North Pekin, IL

Average visibility in December - North Pekin, 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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