December weather forecast
Saunemin, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Saunemin, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36°F (2.2°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

Onset of December witnesses a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to an icy 36°F (2.2°C). The average temperature drops to a freezing cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C) during the night in the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Saunemin, during December, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. In Saunemin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.5 days and collects up to 13.74" (349mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Saunemin, in December, during 6.1 snowfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Saunemin, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.9 days and aggregates up to 5.2" (132mm) of snow.

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 6:59 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Saunemin, the average high-temperature is 36°F (2.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Saunemin, in December, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Saunemin, in December, snow falls for 6.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Saunemin, the average day length in December is 9h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Saunemin have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Saunemin, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Saunemin, IL

Average temperature in December - Saunemin, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Saunemin, IL

Average pressure in December - Saunemin, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Saunemin, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Saunemin, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Saunemin, IL

Average rainfall in December - Saunemin, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Saunemin, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Saunemin, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Saunemin, IL

Average snowfall in December - Saunemin, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Saunemin, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Saunemin, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.9 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
Saunemin, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saunemin, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Saunemin, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Saunemin, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Saunemin, IL

Average UV index in December - Saunemin, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Saunemin, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Saunemin, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Saunemin, IL

Average visibility in December - Saunemin, 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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