December weather forecast
Virden, IL

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

The start of December involves a temperature drop, moving from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to an icy 39.4°F (4.1°C). The average low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) is witnessed during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

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

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Virden, is 39.4°F (4.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Virden?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the driest month?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, in Virden, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Virden, in December, during 6.1 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Virden have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 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 many hours of sunshine does Virden have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Virden, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Virden, IL

Average temperature in December - Virden, 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
Virden, IL

Average pressure in December - Virden, 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
Virden, IL

Average wind speed in December - Virden, 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
Virden, IL

Average humidity in December - Virden, 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
Virden, IL

Average rainfall in December - Virden, 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
Virden, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Virden, 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
Virden, IL

Average snowfall in December - Virden, 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
Virden, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Virden, 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
Virden, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Virden, 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
Virden, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Virden, 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
Virden, IL

Average UV index in December - Virden, 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
Virden, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Virden, 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
Virden, IL

Average visibility in December - Virden, 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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