December weather forecast
Paw Paw, IL

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Weather in December

December concludes the year in Paw with full-blown winter in effect. The advent of the holiday season is marked by Christmas lights glistening amidst a frosty landscape and temperatures dipping significantly. The appearance of snow enhances the seasonal ambiance, with accumulations reaching 0.51" (13mm). The calm before the storm of expansive winter days, Paw's weather in December makes a quiet set-up for the cold season. With falling temperatures, increasing cloud coverage, and decreasing daylight hours, December unequivocally announces the return of winter.

Temperature

In the transition to December, Paw observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 46.4°F (8°C) in November to a cold 34.5°F (1.4°C). During the month of December, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Paw, Illinois, in December, it is raining for 5 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Paw, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.6 days and collects up to 10.31" (262mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Paw, in December, snow falls for 5.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28.6 snowfall days, and 4.33" (110mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

Paw in December has an average high-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Paw, in December, it is raining for 5 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Paw, in December, during 5.9 snowfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Paw?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Paw have in December?

In Paw, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Paw Paw, IL

Average temperature in December - Paw Paw, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Paw Paw, IL

Average pressure in December - Paw Paw, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Paw Paw, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Paw Paw, IL

Average humidity in December - Paw Paw, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Paw Paw, IL

Average rainfall in December - Paw Paw, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Paw Paw, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Paw Paw, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Paw Paw, IL

Average snowfall in December - Paw Paw, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Paw Paw, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Paw Paw, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Paw Paw, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Paw Paw, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Paw Paw, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Paw Paw, IL

Average UV index in December - Paw Paw, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Paw Paw, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Paw Paw, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Paw Paw, IL

Average visibility in December - Paw Paw, 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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