December weather forecast
Wellington, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wellington, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and 37.4°F (3°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 48°F (8.9°C) in November to an icy 37.4°F (3°C). Wellington registers a consistent average low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Wellington is December, when the rain falls for 9.8 days and typically collects 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Wellington, in December, snow falls for 7.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.48" (63mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.7 snowfall days, and 13.27" (337mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 6:55 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of December, in Wellington, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:34 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Wellington, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Wellington in December?

In Wellington, in December, the average high-temperature is 37.4°F (3°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.8°F (-2.9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wellington?

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

What is the driest month in Wellington?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 9.8 days and typically collects 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Wellington?

In Wellington, Illinois, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Wellington?

In Wellington, Illinois, during December, snow falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wellington?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

In Wellington, Illinois, the average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Wellington?

On the first day of December in Wellington, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:34 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wellington have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Wellington, Illinois, is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Wellington?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Wellington, Illinois, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Wellington?

In Wellington, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Wellington, IL

Average temperature in December - Wellington, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°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 (19.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Wellington, IL

Average pressure in December - Wellington, 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
Wellington, IL

Average wind speed in December - Wellington, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Wellington, IL

Average humidity in December - Wellington, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Wellington, IL

Average rainfall in December - Wellington, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Wellington, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Wellington, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wellington, IL

Average snowfall in December - Wellington, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wellington, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Wellington, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 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
Wellington, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wellington, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wellington, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Wellington, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Wellington, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Wellington, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Wellington, IL

Average visibility in December - Wellington, 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).

Wellington, Illinois, USA

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