December weather forecast
Pecatonica, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Pecatonica, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.5°F (0.3°C) and min 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Pecatonica, Illinois, sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C) in November to an icy 32.5°F (0.3°C). Pecatonica records an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 22.5°F (-5.3°C) in December.

Humidity

In Pecatonica, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Pecatonica, in December, during 4.6 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pecatonica, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.6 days and collects up to 7.99" (203mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Pecatonica are January through April, October through December. In Pecatonica, in December, during 6.6 snowfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 29.5 snowfall days, and 3.66" (93mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of December, in Pecatonica, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Pecatonica, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Pecatonica, 32.5°F (0.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 22.5°F (-5.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Pecatonica, in December, during 4.6 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Pecatonica, in December, during 6.6 snowfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Pecatonica have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

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 reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Pecatonica, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14°F).

Average pressure in December
Pecatonica, IL

Average pressure in December - Pecatonica, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Pecatonica, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Pecatonica, IL

Average humidity in December - Pecatonica, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Pecatonica, IL

Average rainfall in December - Pecatonica, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.18").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Pecatonica, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Pecatonica, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pecatonica, IL

Average snowfall in December - Pecatonica, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pecatonica, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Pecatonica, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.1 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
Pecatonica, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pecatonica, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Pecatonica, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Pecatonica, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Pecatonica, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Pecatonica, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Pecatonica, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Pecatonica, IL

Average visibility in December - Pecatonica, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).

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