December weather forecast
Watseka, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Watseka, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

A change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C) to a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) in December.

Humidity

In Watseka, Illinois, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Watseka, Illinois, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Watseka, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.7 days and collects up to 19.72" (501mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated. In Watseka, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.9 days and aggregates up to 9.17" (233mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Watseka, is 36.5°F (2.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 26.4°F (-3.1°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Watseka, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Watseka, Illinois, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Watseka, in December, during 6.5 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Watseka?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Watseka have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Watseka, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Watseka?

In Watseka, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Watseka, IL

Average temperature in December - Watseka, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Watseka, IL

Average pressure in December - Watseka, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Watseka, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Watseka, IL

Average humidity in December - Watseka, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Watseka, IL

Average rainfall in December - Watseka, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Watseka, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Watseka, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Watseka, IL

Average snowfall in December - Watseka, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Watseka, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Watseka, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 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
Watseka, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Watseka, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Watseka, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Watseka, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Watseka, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Watseka, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Watseka, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Watseka, IL

Average visibility in December - Watseka, 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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