December weather forecast
Sesser, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Sesser, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). In December, the average low-temperature records at a subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sesser, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.7 days and collects up to 18.03" (458mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sesser, during December, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 14.5 snowfall days, and 2.64" (67mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Sesser.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Sesser, is 43.5°F (6.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Sesser, in December, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Sesser, during December, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sesser?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sesser have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sesser, IL

Average temperature in December - Sesser, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Sesser, IL

Average pressure in December - Sesser, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sesser, IL

Average wind speed in December - Sesser, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9mph

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

Average humidity in December
Sesser, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Sesser, IL

Average rainfall in December - Sesser, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Sesser, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Sesser, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sesser, IL

Average snowfall in December - Sesser, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sesser, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Sesser, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 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
Sesser, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sesser, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sesser, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Sesser, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Sesser, IL

Average UV index in December - Sesser, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Sesser, IL

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Sesser, IL

Average visibility in December - Sesser, 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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