December weather forecast
South Wilmington, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in South Wilmington, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and max 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a shift in temperature, down from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to an icy 35.6°F (2°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C) on average during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In South Wilmington, in December, during 7.2 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In South Wilmington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.4 days and collects up to 21.5" (546mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 38.1 snowfall days, and 9.13" (232mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:34 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in South Wilmington in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in South Wilmington are 35.6°F (2°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in South Wilmington?

The average relative humidity in December in South Wilmington is 81%.

How much does it rain in South Wilmington in December?

In December, in South Wilmington, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in South Wilmington in December?

In South Wilmington, in December, during 8.5 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in South Wilmington?

December has the shortest days of the year in South Wilmington, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does South Wilmington have in December?

In South Wilmington, the average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in South Wilmington?

On the first day of December in South Wilmington, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:34 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does South Wilmington have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in South Wilmington, Illinois, is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in South Wilmington?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in South Wilmington?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
South Wilmington, IL

Average temperature in December - South Wilmington, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.6°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: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in December
South Wilmington, IL

Average pressure in December - South Wilmington, 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
South Wilmington, IL

Average wind speed in December - South Wilmington, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

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 (6mph).

Average humidity in December
South Wilmington, IL

Average humidity in December - South Wilmington, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
South Wilmington, IL

Average rainfall in December - South Wilmington, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
South Wilmington, IL

Average rainfall days in December - South Wilmington, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
South Wilmington, IL

Average snowfall in December - South Wilmington, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
South Wilmington, IL

Average snowfall days in December - South Wilmington, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 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
South Wilmington, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Wilmington, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
South Wilmington, IL

Average sunshine days in December - South Wilmington, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

Average UV index in December
South Wilmington, IL

Average UV index in December - South Wilmington, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
South Wilmington, IL

Average cloud cover in December - South Wilmington, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
South Wilmington, IL

Average visibility in December - South Wilmington, 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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