December weather forecast
Channahon, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Channahon, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.6°F (2°C) and 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature decreases in December, shifting from a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C) in November to a wintry 35.6°F (2°C). In the month of December, an average of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Channahon, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 154.5 rainfall days, and 32.68" (830mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Channahon, in December, during 7.6 snowfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Channahon, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.3 days and aggregates up to 14.53" (369mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Channahon is 4.2h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability 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:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Channahon?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Channahon, is 35.6°F (2°C) and the average low-temperature is 25.2°F (-3.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Channahon, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is accumulated.

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?

The average day length in December in Channahon is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Channahon have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Channahon, IL

Average temperature in December - Channahon, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Channahon, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Channahon, IL

Average wind speed in December - Channahon, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Channahon, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, July and August (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Channahon, IL

Average rainfall in December - Channahon, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Channahon, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Channahon, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Channahon, IL

Average snowfall in December - Channahon, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Channahon, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Channahon, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Channahon, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Channahon, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Channahon, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Channahon, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Channahon, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Channahon, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Channahon, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Channahon, IL

Average visibility in December - Channahon, 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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