December weather forecast
Ashland, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Ashland, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

Start of December brings a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's cool 50°F (10°C) to an icy 38.5°F (3.6°C). Throughout December, Ashland encounters an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Ashland, in December, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow. In Ashland, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.2 days and aggregates up to 10.39" (264mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Ashland, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Ashland, is 38.5°F (3.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

What is the driest month in Ashland?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Ashland?

In Ashland, Illinois, in December, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Ashland, in December, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 24min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ashland have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

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 minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Ashland, IL

Average temperature in December - Ashland, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°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 (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Ashland, IL

Average pressure in December - Ashland, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ashland, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Ashland, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Ashland, IL

Average rainfall in December - Ashland, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Ashland, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Ashland, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ashland, IL

Average snowfall in December - Ashland, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ashland, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Ashland, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Ashland, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ashland, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ashland, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Ashland, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Ashland, IL

Average UV index in December - Ashland, 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
Ashland, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Ashland, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

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

Average visibility in December
Ashland, IL

Average visibility in December - Ashland, 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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