December weather forecast
Pesotum, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pesotum, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28°F (-2.2°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather shows a temperature decrease, transitioning from a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C) in November to a cold 38.5°F (3.6°C). In Pesotum, an average temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C) is noted during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 132 rainfall days, and 15.94" (405mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.7 days and accumulates 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

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 low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The high-temperature, in December, in Pesotum, is 38.5°F (3.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 28°F (-2.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, in Pesotum, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 5.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Pesotum, during December, snow falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

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 Pesotum have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pesotum have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December in Pesotum?

In Pesotum, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pesotum, IL

Average temperature in December - Pesotum, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°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 (21°F).

Average pressure in December
Pesotum, IL

Average pressure in December - Pesotum, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Pesotum, IL

Average wind speed in December - Pesotum, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

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 (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Pesotum, IL

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Pesotum, IL

Average rainfall in December - Pesotum, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Pesotum, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Pesotum, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pesotum, IL

Average snowfall in December - Pesotum, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pesotum, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Pesotum, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 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
Pesotum, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pesotum, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pesotum, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Pesotum, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Pesotum, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Pesotum, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Pesotum, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Pesotum, IL

Average visibility in December - Pesotum, 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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