December weather forecast
Rapids City, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rapids City, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and an average high of 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a shift in temperature, down from a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C) in November to an icy 34.5°F (1.4°C). During December, Rapids City's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Rapids City. Rain falls for 4.1 days and accumulates 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, September through December. In Rapids City, Illinois, in December, during 5 snowfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 24.5 snowfall days, and 4.09" (104mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Rapids City, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Rapids City is 4.2h.

UV index

In Rapids City, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Rapids City?

The high-temperature in Rapids City during December is 34.5°F (1.4°C) and the low-temperature is 23.9°F (-4.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rapids City?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

What is the driest month in Rapids City?

The month with the least rainfall in Rapids City, Illinois, is December, when the rain falls for 4.1 days and typically collects 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Rapids City?

In Rapids City, Illinois, in December, during 4.1 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Rapids City in December?

In Rapids City, Illinois, in December, during 5 snowfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rapids City?

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

How many hours of daylight does Rapids City have in December?

In December, the average day length in Rapids City, Illinois, is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Rapids City?

On the first day of December in Rapids City, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Rapids City?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Rapids City?

In Rapids City, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Rapids City, IL

Average temperature in December - Rapids City, 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: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Rapids City, IL

Average pressure in December - Rapids City, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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
Rapids City, IL

Average wind speed in December - Rapids City, 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
Rapids City, IL

Average humidity in December - Rapids City, 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
Rapids City, IL

Average rainfall in December - Rapids City, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Rapids City, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Rapids City, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rapids City, IL

Average snowfall in December - Rapids City, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Rapids City, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Rapids City, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rapids City, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rapids City, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rapids City, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Rapids City, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Rapids City, IL

Average UV index in December - Rapids City, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Rapids City, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Rapids City, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Rapids City, IL

Average visibility in December - Rapids City, 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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