December weather forecast
Warsaw, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Warsaw, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and max 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Temperature

Transition into December marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C) in November to an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) is experienced in Warsaw.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Warsaw, Illinois, in December, it is raining for 6.9 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Warsaw, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.6 days and collects up to 27.72" (704mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 6.2 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 29.4 snowfall days, and 11.3" (287mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, in Warsaw, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Warsaw, is 37.6°F (3.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.9°F (-3.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°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 December, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6.2 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Warsaw have in December?

In Warsaw, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Warsaw, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°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 (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°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 (19.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Warsaw, IL

Average pressure in December - Warsaw, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Warsaw, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Warsaw, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Warsaw, IL

Average rainfall in December - Warsaw, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

Average rainfall days in December
Warsaw, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Warsaw, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Warsaw, IL

Average snowfall in December - Warsaw, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Warsaw, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Warsaw, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Warsaw, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Warsaw, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Warsaw, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Warsaw, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Warsaw, IL

Average UV index in December - Warsaw, 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
Warsaw, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Warsaw, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Warsaw, IL

Average visibility in December - Warsaw, 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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