December weather forecast
Stewardson, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Stewardson, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in December, with a decline from a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) in November to a wintry 40.3°F (4.6°C). Stewardson registers a consistent average low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) during December.

Humidity

In Stewardson, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Stewardson, in December, during 8.6 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Stewardson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.9 days and collects up to 21.89" (556mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Stewardson. In Stewardson, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Stewardson, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.7 days and aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Stewardson experiences an average high-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and a low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Stewardson?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Stewardson, in December, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Stewardson, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Stewardson have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Stewardson have in December?

In Stewardson, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Stewardson, IL

Average temperature in December - Stewardson, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).

Average pressure in December
Stewardson, IL

Average pressure in December - Stewardson, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"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
Stewardson, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Stewardson, IL

Average humidity in December - Stewardson, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Stewardson, IL

Average rainfall in December - Stewardson, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Stewardson, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Stewardson, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Stewardson, IL

Average snowfall in December - Stewardson, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Stewardson, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Stewardson, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Stewardson, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stewardson, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Stewardson, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Stewardson, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Stewardson, IL

Average UV index in December - Stewardson, 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
Stewardson, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Stewardson, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Stewardson, IL

Average visibility in December - Stewardson, 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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