December weather forecast
Cornell, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Cornell, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and max 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Cornell's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C) to a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C). Cornell reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Cornell, Illinois, is 81%.

Rainfall

In Cornell, Illinois, during December, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. In Cornell, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.3 days and collects up to 15.71" (399mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Cornell, in December, snow falls for 6.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.94" (24mm) of snow. In Cornell, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.6 days and aggregates up to 6.93" (176mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Cornell, Illinois, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Cornell is 4.3h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Cornell?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Cornell, is 36.5°F (2.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Cornell?

In December, the average relative humidity in Cornell is 81%.

How much does it rain in Cornell in December?

In Cornell, in December, it is raining for 6.2 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Cornell?

In Cornell, in December, snow falls for 6.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cornell?

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 Cornell?

In December, the average day length in Cornell, Illinois, is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Cornell?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cornell, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Cornell?

The average sunshine duration in December in Cornell is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Cornell?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Cornell?

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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Cornell, IL

Average temperature in December - Cornell, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Cornell, IL

Average pressure in December - Cornell, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Cornell, IL

Average wind speed in December - Cornell, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Cornell, IL

Average humidity in December - Cornell, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Cornell, IL

Average rainfall in December - Cornell, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Cornell, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Cornell, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cornell, IL

Average snowfall in December - Cornell, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cornell, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Cornell, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 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
Cornell, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cornell, 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 2min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Cornell, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Cornell, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Cornell, IL

Average UV index in December - Cornell, 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
Cornell, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Cornell, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

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
Cornell, IL

Average visibility in December - Cornell, 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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