December weather forecast
Towanda, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Towanda, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.5°F (2.5°C) and min 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from November's chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C) to a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C). Towanda observes an average nighttime temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 9 days and typically collects 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Towanda, during December, snow falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow. In Towanda, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.7 days and aggregates up to 17.01" (432mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Towanda?

Towanda in December has an average high-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the driest month?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9 days and accumulates 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Towanda, in December, during 9 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Towanda, in December, during 8.2 snowfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Towanda.

How many hours of daylight does Towanda have in December?

In Towanda, the average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Towanda?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February, October through 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 Towanda, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Towanda, IL

Average temperature in December - Towanda, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Towanda, IL

Average pressure in December - Towanda, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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
Towanda, IL

Average wind speed in December - Towanda, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Towanda, IL

Average humidity in December - Towanda, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Towanda, IL

Average rainfall in December - Towanda, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Towanda, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Towanda, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Towanda, IL

Average snowfall in December - Towanda, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Towanda, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Towanda, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 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
Towanda, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Towanda, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Towanda, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Towanda, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Towanda, IL

Average UV index in December - Towanda, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Towanda, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Towanda, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Towanda, IL

Average visibility in December - Towanda, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).

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