December weather forecast
Thayer, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Thayer, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.4°F (4.1°C) and 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

Thayer's December weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a wintry 39.4°F (4.1°C). During December, Thayer's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in Thayer are February and December Rain falls for 7.5 days and accumulates 1.26" (32mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Thayer, during December, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow. In Thayer, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.5 days and aggregates up to 6.5" (165mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Thayer.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Thayer are January, February, November 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 average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Thayer in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Thayer, is 39.4°F (4.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 28.2°F (-2.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Thayer?

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

What is the driest month in Thayer?

February and December are months with the least rain in Thayer, Illinois, when the rain falls for 7.5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Thayer in December?

In Thayer, in December, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Thayer in December?

In Thayer, Illinois, in December, snow falls for 6.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Thayer?

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

How many hours of daylight does Thayer have in December?

In December, the average day length in Thayer is 9h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Thayer?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Thayer?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Thayer?

In Thayer, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Thayer, IL

Average temperature in December - Thayer, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Thayer, IL

Average pressure in December - Thayer, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Thayer, IL

Average wind speed in December - Thayer, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Thayer, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Thayer, IL

Average rainfall in December - Thayer, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Thayer, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Thayer, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Thayer, IL

Average snowfall in December - Thayer, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Thayer, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Thayer, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

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

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

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Thayer, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Thayer, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Thayer, IL

Average UV index in December - Thayer, 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
Thayer, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Thayer, IL

Average visibility in December - Thayer, 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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