December weather forecast
Preemption, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Preemption, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C) in November to a wintry 34.5°F (1.4°C). An average low-temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) is observed during the December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.6 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Preemption, in December, during 7.8 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 35.4 snowfall days, and 8.35" (212mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Preemption is 4.4h.

UV index

In Preemption, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 34.5°F (1.4°C) and the low-temperature is 24.1°F (-4.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Preemption, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 6.6 days and typically collects 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 6.6 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Preemption, in December, during 7.8 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Preemption have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 15min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Preemption, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Preemption, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Preemption, IL

Average pressure in December - Preemption, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Preemption, IL

Average wind speed in December - Preemption, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Preemption, IL

Average humidity in December - Preemption, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Preemption, IL

Average rainfall in December - Preemption, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Preemption, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Preemption, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Preemption, IL

Average snowfall in December - Preemption, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Preemption, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Preemption, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Preemption, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Preemption, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Preemption, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Preemption, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Preemption, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Preemption, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Preemption, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Preemption, IL

Average visibility in December - Preemption, 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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