December weather forecast
Pocahontas, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Pocahontas, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 41.5°F (5.3°C) and min 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

December weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) in November to an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C). December generally records an average low-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Humidity

In Pocahontas, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Pocahontas, during December, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation. In Pocahontas, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.9 days and collects up to 24.88" (632mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 4.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 29.8°F (-1.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Pocahontas, Illinois, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 4.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Pocahontas, in December, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Pocahontas have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Pocahontas?

In Pocahontas, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Pocahontas are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Pocahontas, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Pocahontas, IL

Average wind speed in December - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Pocahontas, IL

Average humidity in December - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Pocahontas, IL

Average rainfall in December - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Pocahontas, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pocahontas, IL

Average snowfall in December - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pocahontas, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 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
Pocahontas, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pocahontas, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Pocahontas, IL

Average UV index in December - Pocahontas, 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
Pocahontas, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Pocahontas, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Pocahontas, IL

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

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

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