December weather forecast
Roodhouse, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Roodhouse, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.4°F (-2°C) and an average high of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Roodhouse experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C). Roodhouse, during December nights, observes an average temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Humidity

In Roodhouse, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, in Roodhouse, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Roodhouse, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.3 days and collects up to 17.24" (438mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Roodhouse are January through April, November and December. In Roodhouse, during December, snow falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 22.5 snowfall days, and 5.08" (129mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Roodhouse.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

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 threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Roodhouse?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 28.4°F (-2°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Roodhouse?

The average relative humidity in December in Roodhouse is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Roodhouse?

In Roodhouse, in December, during 6.7 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Roodhouse in December?

In Roodhouse, Illinois, in December, during 4.2 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Roodhouse?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Roodhouse have in December?

In December, the average day length in Roodhouse, Illinois, is 9h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Roodhouse?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Roodhouse?

In Roodhouse, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Roodhouse?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Roodhouse?

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

Average temperature in December - Roodhouse, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Roodhouse, IL

Average pressure in December - Roodhouse, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Roodhouse, IL

Average wind speed in December - Roodhouse, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Roodhouse, IL

Average humidity in December - Roodhouse, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

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

Average rainfall in December
Roodhouse, IL

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.44").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Roodhouse, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Roodhouse, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Roodhouse, IL

Average snowfall in December - Roodhouse, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Roodhouse, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Roodhouse, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.2 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, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Roodhouse, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Roodhouse, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Roodhouse, IL

Average UV index in December - Roodhouse, 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
Roodhouse, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Roodhouse, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Roodhouse, IL

Average visibility in December - Roodhouse, 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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