December weather forecast
Ashley, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ashley, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and max 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the average high-temperature recedes from November's fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). Throughout the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Ashley, in December, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 166.8 rainfall days, and 37.83" (961mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, September, November and December are months with snowfall in Ashley, Illinois. In Ashley, in December, during 4.5 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Ashley, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.2 days and aggregates up to 7.87" (200mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Ashley, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In Ashley, in December, the average high-temperature is 42.8°F (6°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Ashley, in December, during 9.2 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Ashley, in December, during 4.5 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ashley have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ashley have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Ashley?

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

Average temperature in December - Ashley, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in December
Ashley, IL

Average pressure in December - Ashley, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"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
Ashley, IL

Average wind speed in December - Ashley, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Ashley, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Ashley, IL

Average rainfall in December - Ashley, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Ashley, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Ashley, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ashley, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ashley, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Ashley, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ashley, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ashley, 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 5min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ashley, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Ashley, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Ashley, IL

Average UV index in December - Ashley, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Ashley, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Ashley, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Ashley, IL

Average visibility in December - Ashley, 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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