December weather forecast
Tamms, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Tamms, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.5°F (7.5°C) and min 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 55.4°F (13°C) in November to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). During December, Tamms records an average temperature of 33.8°F (1°C) at night.

Humidity

February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156.3 rainfall days, and 36.65" (931mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Tamms, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Tamms, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.5 days and aggregates up to 4.88" (124mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Tamms, Illinois, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Tamms?

In December, in Tamms, the average high-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.8°F (1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Tamms, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Tamms, during December, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Tamms have in December?

In Tamms, the average day length in December is 9h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Tamms have in December?

In Tamms, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Tamms?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Tamms, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Tamms, IL

Average temperature in December - Tamms, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Tamms, IL

Average pressure in December - Tamms, 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
Tamms, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Tamms, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Tamms, IL

Average rainfall in December - Tamms, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
Tamms, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Tamms, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tamms, IL

Average snowfall in December - Tamms, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tamms, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Tamms, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 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
Tamms, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tamms, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tamms, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Tamms, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Tamms, IL

Average UV index in December - Tamms, 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
Tamms, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Tamms, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Tamms, IL

Average visibility in December - Tamms, 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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