December weather forecast
Versailles, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Versailles, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and an average high of 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 50°F (10°C) in November to a wintry 38.5°F (3.6°C). In December, Versailles records an average nighttime temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Versailles, in December, it is raining for 6.4 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Versailles, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132 days and collects up to 22.17" (563mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Versailles are January through April, November and December. In Versailles, during December, snow falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow. In Versailles, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.8 days and aggregates up to 8.5" (216mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Versailles.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Versailles, the average sunshine in December 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Versailles, is 38.5°F (3.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 26.8°F (-2.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Versailles, during December, the rain falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.7 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) 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 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Versailles have in December?

In Versailles, the average day length in December is 9h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Versailles 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Versailles, IL

Average temperature in December - Versailles, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°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 (20.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Versailles, IL

Average pressure in December - Versailles, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Versailles, IL

Average wind speed in December - Versailles, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Versailles, IL

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Versailles, IL

Average rainfall in December - Versailles, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Versailles, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Versailles, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Versailles, IL

Average snowfall in December - Versailles, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Versailles, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Versailles, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
Versailles, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Versailles, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Versailles, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Versailles, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Versailles, IL

Average UV index in December - Versailles, 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
Versailles, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Versailles, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Versailles, IL

Average visibility in December - Versailles, 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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