December weather forecast
Cherry Valley, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cherry Valley, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a chilly 44.6°F (7°C) in November to an icy 32.5°F (0.3°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a subzero cold 22.5°F (-5.3°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

November and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 3.9 days and typically aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Cherry Valley, during December, snow falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Cherry Valley, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.5 days and aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

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 7:05 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Cherry Valley, in December, the average high-temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

What is the driest month?

November and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 3.9 days and typically aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.9 days. Throughout December, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Cherry Valley, during December, snow falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Cherry Valley, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Cherry Valley, the average day length in December is 9h and 9min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cherry Valley have in December?

In Cherry Valley, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, November 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 December, the average daily maximum UV index 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 rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Cherry Valley, IL

Average temperature in December - Cherry Valley, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.5°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 (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14°F).

Average pressure in December
Cherry Valley, IL

Average pressure in December - Cherry Valley, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Cherry Valley, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Cherry Valley, IL

Average humidity in December - Cherry Valley, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Cherry Valley, IL

Average rainfall in December - Cherry Valley, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are November and December (0.31").

Average rainfall days in December
Cherry Valley, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Cherry Valley, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cherry Valley, IL

Average snowfall in December - Cherry Valley, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cherry Valley, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Cherry Valley, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 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
Cherry Valley, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cherry Valley, 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cherry Valley, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Cherry Valley, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Cherry Valley, IL

Average UV index in December - Cherry Valley, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Cherry Valley, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Cherry Valley, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Cherry Valley, IL

Average visibility in December - Cherry Valley, 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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