December weather forecast
Cedar Point, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Cedar Point, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C) to a cold 34.9°F (1.6°C). In the month of December, Cedar Point's average low-temperature falls to a freezing cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 151.4 rainfall days, and 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Cedar Point, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 40.5 snowfall days, and 15.16" (385mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

Cedar Point in December has an average high-temperature of 34.9°F (1.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in Cedar Point in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Cedar Point, in December, during 7.5 snowfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Cedar Point, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cedar Point have in December?

In Cedar Point, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Cedar Point, IL

Average temperature in December - Cedar Point, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Cedar Point, IL

Average pressure in December - Cedar Point, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Cedar Point, IL

Average wind speed in December - Cedar Point, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Cedar Point, IL

Average humidity in December - Cedar Point, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Cedar Point, IL

Average rainfall in December - Cedar Point, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Cedar Point, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Cedar Point, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cedar Point, IL

Average snowfall in December - Cedar Point, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cedar Point, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Cedar Point, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 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
Cedar Point, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cedar Point, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cedar Point, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Cedar Point, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Cedar Point, IL

Average UV index in December - Cedar Point, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Cedar Point, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Cedar Point, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Cedar Point, IL

Average visibility in December - Cedar Point, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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