December weather forecast
West Union, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in West Union, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and an average low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from November's cool 50.4°F (10.2°C) to a cold 39.6°F (4.2°C). During the nights in December, West Union experiences a consistent average temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

In West Union, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In West Union, during December, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation. In West Union, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.2 days and collects up to 24.76" (629mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in West Union. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.9 days and accumulates 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in West Union is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In West Union, 39.6°F (4.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 28.8°F (-1.8°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In West Union, in December, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.9 days and accumulates 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In West Union, during December, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in West Union?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - West Union, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

Average pressure in December
West Union, IL

Average pressure in December - West Union, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
West Union, IL

Average wind speed in December - West Union, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

Average humidity in December
West Union, IL

Average humidity in December - West Union, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
West Union, IL

Average rainfall in December - West Union, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
West Union, IL

Average rainfall days in December - West Union, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Union, IL

Average snowfall in December - West Union, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Union, IL

Average snowfall days in December - West Union, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Union, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Union, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Union, IL

Average sunshine days in December - West Union, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
West Union, IL

Average UV index in December - West Union, 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
West Union, IL

Average cloud cover in December - West Union, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
West Union, IL

Average visibility in December - West Union, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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