December weather forecast
Willow Springs, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Willow Springs, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 35.2°F (1.8°C) and min 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

Transition from November to December is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C) to an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C). Willow Springs's average low-temperature during December nights is observed to be a subzero cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

November and December are months with the least rain in Willow Springs, Illinois, when the rain falls for 8.5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Willow Springs. In Willow Springs, in December, snow falls for 9.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.76" (70mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Willow Springs, Illinois, there are 47.1 snowfall days, and 19.02" (483mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Willow Springs, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Willow Springs, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Willow Springs in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 25.5°F (-3.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Willow Springs?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the driest month in Willow Springs?

The months with the least rainfall in Willow Springs are November and December Rain falls for 8.5 days and accumulates 1.77" (45mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Willow Springs in December?

In Willow Springs, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Willow Springs in December?

In Willow Springs, in December, during 9.6 snowfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Willow Springs?

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

How many hours of daylight does Willow Springs have in December?

In Willow Springs, the average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Willow Springs?

On the first day of December in Willow Springs, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:31 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Willow Springs?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Willow Springs is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Willow Springs?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Willow Springs?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Willow Springs, Illinois, 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
Willow Springs, IL

Average temperature in December - Willow Springs, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.5°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 (18.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Willow Springs, IL

Average pressure in December - Willow Springs, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"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
Willow Springs, IL

Average wind speed in December - Willow Springs, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Willow Springs, IL

Average humidity in December - Willow Springs, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Willow Springs, IL

Average rainfall in December - Willow Springs, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.61").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are November and December (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Willow Springs, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Willow Springs, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Willow Springs, IL

Average snowfall in December - Willow Springs, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Willow Springs, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Willow Springs, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 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
Willow Springs, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Willow Springs, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Willow Springs, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Willow Springs, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Willow Springs, IL

Average UV index in December - Willow Springs, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Willow Springs, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Willow Springs, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Willow Springs, IL

Average visibility in December - Willow Springs, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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