December weather forecast
Tunnel Hill, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Tunnel Hill, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.7°F (0.4°C) and max 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C). Throughout December, Tunnel Hill experiences a low-temperature average of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Tunnel Hill, during December, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. In Tunnel Hill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.3 days and collects up to 13.03" (331mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Tunnel Hill, in December, during 1.9 snowfall days, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Tunnel Hill, during the entire year, snow falls for 11 days and aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February 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 radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 44.8°F (7.1°C) and 32.7°F (0.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Tunnel Hill, in December, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Tunnel Hill?

In December, in Tunnel Hill, it is snowing for 1.9 days. Throughout December, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length in Tunnel Hill is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Tunnel Hill have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Tunnel Hill 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
Tunnel Hill, IL

Average temperature in December - Tunnel Hill, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Tunnel Hill, IL

Average pressure in December - Tunnel Hill, 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
Tunnel Hill, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Tunnel Hill, IL

Average humidity in December - Tunnel Hill, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Tunnel Hill, IL

Average rainfall in December - Tunnel Hill, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Tunnel Hill, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Tunnel Hill, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February and December (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tunnel Hill, IL

Average snowfall in December - Tunnel Hill, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tunnel Hill, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Tunnel Hill, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 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
Tunnel Hill, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tunnel Hill, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tunnel Hill, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Tunnel Hill, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Tunnel Hill, IL

Average UV index in December - Tunnel Hill, 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
Tunnel Hill, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Tunnel Hill, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Tunnel Hill, IL

Average visibility in December - Tunnel Hill, 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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