December weather forecast
Cary, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Cary, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Cary's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) to a cold 33.3°F (0.7°C). December's average low-temperature reading in Cary settles at a subzero cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8 days and accumulates 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 48.9 snowfall days, and 14.76" (375mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Cary, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Cary?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 23.2°F (-4.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Cary, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 8 days and typically collects 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Cary, in December, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Cary, during December, snow falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Cary, the average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:31 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Cary, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Cary, IL

Average temperature in December - Cary, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Cary, IL

Average pressure in December - Cary, 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
Cary, IL

Average wind speed in December - Cary, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Cary, IL

Average humidity in December - Cary, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Cary, IL

Average rainfall in December - Cary, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Cary, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Cary, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cary, IL

Average snowfall in December - Cary, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cary, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Cary, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cary, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cary, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Cary, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Cary, IL

Average UV index in December - Cary, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Cary, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Cary, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Cary, IL

Average visibility in December - Cary, 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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