December weather forecast
Sloan Station, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sloan Station, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and an average high of 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Temperature

December implies a gentle temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) to a cold 37.8°F (3.2°C). During December, the nighttime temperature averages to a subzero cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Sloan Station is 80%.

Rainfall

In Sloan Station, in December, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 143.2 rainfall days, and 23.11" (587mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Sloan Station, in December, during 6.8 snowfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 30.6 snowfall days, and 8.54" (217mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Sloan Station, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 37.8°F (3.2°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Sloan Station, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Sloan Station, during December, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Sloan Station, during December, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Sloan Station, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sloan Station, IL

Average temperature in December - Sloan Station, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Sloan Station, IL

Average pressure in December - Sloan Station, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sloan Station, IL

Average wind speed in December - Sloan Station, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Sloan Station, IL

Average humidity in December - Sloan Station, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Sloan Station, IL

Average rainfall in December - Sloan Station, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.18").

Average rainfall days in December
Sloan Station, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Sloan Station, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sloan Station, IL

Average snowfall in December - Sloan Station, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sloan Station, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Sloan Station, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 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
Sloan Station, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sloan Station, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Sloan Station, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Sloan Station, IL

Average UV index in December - Sloan Station, 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
Sloan Station, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Sloan Station, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Sloan Station, IL

Average visibility in December - Sloan Station, 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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