December weather forecast
Waterman, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Waterman, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

In the transition to December, Waterman observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a wintry 34.2°F (1.2°C). During December, Waterman witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Waterman is 83%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in Waterman are November and December Rain falls for 8 days and accumulates 1.69" (43mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is accumulated. In Waterman, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.1 days and aggregates up to 17.48" (444mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Waterman.
On the first day of December in Waterman, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:34 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Waterman is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Waterman are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Waterman?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Waterman, is 34.2°F (1.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 23.9°F (-4.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Waterman?

The average relative humidity in December in Waterman is 83%.

What is the driest month in Waterman?

The months with the least rainfall in Waterman are November and December Rain falls for 8 days and accumulates 1.69" (43mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December in Waterman?

In Waterman, in December, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Waterman?

In December, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Waterman?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Waterman?

The average day length in December is 9h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Waterman?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, in Waterman, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:34 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Waterman?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Waterman?

The months with the lowest UV index in Waterman, Illinois, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Waterman?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Waterman, Illinois, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Waterman, IL

Average temperature in December - Waterman, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Waterman, IL

Average pressure in December - Waterman, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Waterman, IL

Average wind speed in December - Waterman, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Waterman, IL

Average humidity in December - Waterman, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Waterman, IL

Average rainfall in December - Waterman, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are November and December (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Waterman, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Waterman, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Waterman, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Waterman, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Waterman, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Waterman, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Waterman, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Waterman, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Waterman, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Waterman, IL

Average UV index in December - Waterman, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Waterman, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Waterman, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Waterman, IL

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

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

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