December weather forecast
Paxton, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Paxton, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and max 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a chilly 48.2°F (9°C) in November to an icy 37.2°F (2.9°C). Paxton, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

In Paxton, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

February and December are months with the least rain in Paxton, Illinois, when the rain falls for 7.4 days and typically aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Paxton, Illinois, during December, snow falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow. In Paxton, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.9 days and aggregates up to 9.09" (231mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Paxton in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Paxton, is 37.2°F (2.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27.1°F (-2.7°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Paxton?

In Paxton, Illinois, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the driest month in Paxton?

The months with the least rainfall in Paxton, Illinois, are February and December Rain falls for 7.4 days and accumulates 1.14" (29mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Paxton in December?

In Paxton, Illinois, during December, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Paxton in December?

In Paxton, Illinois, during December, snow falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Paxton?

December has the shortest days of the year in Paxton, Illinois, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Paxton?

In Paxton, the average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Paxton?

On the first day of December in Paxton, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Paxton have in December?

In Paxton, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Paxton?

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 in Paxton?

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

Average temperature in December - Paxton, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.2°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 (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Paxton, IL

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

Average wind speed in December
Paxton, IL

Average wind speed in December - Paxton, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Paxton, IL

Average humidity in December - Paxton, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Paxton, IL

Average rainfall in December - Paxton, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Paxton, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Paxton, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Paxton, IL

Average snowfall in December - Paxton, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Paxton, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Paxton, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 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
Paxton, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Paxton, 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: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Paxton, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Paxton, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Paxton, IL

Average UV index in December - Paxton, 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
Paxton, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Paxton, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

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

Average visibility in December
Paxton, IL

Average visibility in December - Paxton, 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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