December weather forecast
Xenia, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Xenia, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

Welcoming December, Xenia observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's fresh 52°F (11.1°C) to an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Xenia is 78%.

Rainfall

In Xenia, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Xenia, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.3 days and collects up to 37.17" (944mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Xenia, Illinois, it is snowing for 4.7 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated. In Xenia, during the entire year, snow falls for 22.8 days and aggregates up to 7.09" (180mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Xenia, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, in Xenia, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Xenia, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Xenia. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Xenia?

December temperatures in Xenia, Illinois, vary between a high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C). In August, 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 evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Xenia?

The average relative humidity in December in Xenia, Illinois, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Xenia in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Xenia in December?

In Xenia, in December, snow falls for 4.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Xenia?

The month with the shortest days in Xenia is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Xenia have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Xenia?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Xenia?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Xenia?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Xenia?

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

Average temperature in December - Xenia, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Xenia, IL

Average pressure in December - Xenia, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Xenia, IL

Average wind speed in December - Xenia, 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 months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Xenia, IL

Average humidity in December - Xenia, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Xenia, IL

Average rainfall in December - Xenia, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.88").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Xenia, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Xenia, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Xenia, IL

Average snowfall in December - Xenia, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Xenia, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Xenia, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 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
Xenia, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Xenia, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Xenia, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Xenia, IL

Average UV index in December - Xenia, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Xenia, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Xenia, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Xenia, IL

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

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

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