December weather forecast
Simpson, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Simpson, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.8°F (7.1°C) and min 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C). Simpson temperatures generally rest at a low of 32.7°F (0.4°C) during the December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Simpson, during December, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Simpson, there are 118.3 rainfall days, and 13.03" (331mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, in Simpson, it is snowing for 1.9 days. Throughout December, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 11 snowfall days, and 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Simpson.
On the first day of December in Simpson, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Simpson, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Simpson in December?

During December, Simpson experiences an average high-temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C) and a low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Simpson?

In Simpson, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Simpson?

In December, in Simpson, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Simpson in December?

In Simpson, Illinois, during December, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Simpson?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Simpson, Illinois, is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Simpson?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Simpson have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Simpson?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Simpson?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Simpson, Illinois, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Simpson, IL

Average temperature in December - Simpson, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°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 (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Simpson, IL

Average pressure in December - Simpson, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Simpson, IL

Average wind speed in December - Simpson, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Simpson, IL

Average humidity in December - Simpson, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Simpson, IL

Average rainfall in December - Simpson, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Simpson, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Simpson, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February and December (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Simpson, IL

Average snowfall in December - Simpson, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Simpson, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Simpson, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 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
Simpson, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Simpson, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Simpson, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Simpson, IL

Average UV index in December - Simpson, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Simpson, IL

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Simpson, IL

Average visibility in December - Simpson, 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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