December weather forecast
Princeton, IL

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

Princeton in December experiences a subtle temperature decline, with average high-temperatures reducing from a chilly 46.4°F (8°C) in November to a wintry 34.5°F (1.4°C). During the month of December, Princeton experiences a steady low-temperature average of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Princeton, during December, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation. In Princeton, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130 days and collects up to 17.64" (448mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Princeton, in December, during 7.1 snowfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.4 snowfall days, and 7.05" (179mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Princeton, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Princeton, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Princeton in December?

Princeton in December has an average high-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Princeton?

In Princeton, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Princeton, in December, during 6.2 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Princeton, in December, snow falls for 7.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Princeton have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Princeton have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Princeton, IL

Average pressure in December - Princeton, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Princeton, IL

Average wind speed in December - Princeton, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Princeton, IL

Average humidity in December - Princeton, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Princeton, IL

Average rainfall in December - Princeton, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Princeton, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Princeton, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Princeton, IL

Average snowfall in December - Princeton, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Princeton, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Princeton, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.1 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 and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Princeton, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Princeton, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Princeton, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Princeton, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Princeton, IL

Average UV index in December - Princeton, 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
Princeton, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Princeton, IL

Average visibility in December - Princeton, 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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