December weather forecast
Seneca, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Seneca, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 35.1°F (1.7°C) and 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Temperature

Welcoming December, Seneca observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C) to an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C). Seneca's average low-temperature for the month of December records at a freezing cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Seneca is December, when the rain falls for 7.6 days and typically collects 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Seneca. In Seneca, in December, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.52" (64mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Seneca, Illinois, there are 39.8 snowfall days, and 15.71" (399mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Seneca, Illinois, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of December, in Seneca, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Seneca, Illinois, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Seneca is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Seneca?

The high-temperature, in December, in Seneca, is 35.1°F (1.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.2°F (-3.8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Seneca?

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

What is the driest month in Seneca?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 7.6 days and typically collects 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Seneca in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Seneca in December?

In Seneca, Illinois, in December, during 8.2 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Seneca?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Seneca?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Seneca?

On the first day of December in Seneca, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Seneca have in December?

In Seneca, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Seneca?

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

Average temperature in December - Seneca, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.2°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 (17.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Seneca, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Seneca, IL

Average wind speed in December - Seneca, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Seneca, IL

Average humidity in December - Seneca, 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
Seneca, IL

Average rainfall in December - Seneca, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Seneca, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Seneca, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Seneca, IL

Average snowfall in December - Seneca, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Seneca, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Seneca, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 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
Seneca, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Seneca, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Seneca, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Seneca, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Seneca, IL

Average UV index in December - Seneca, 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
Seneca, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Seneca, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Seneca, IL

Average visibility in December - Seneca, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).

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