December weather forecast
Cortland, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cortland, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and an average low of 23°F (-5°C).

Temperature

December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C) in November to an icy 33.1°F (0.6°C). Cortland temperatures generally rest at a low of 23°F (-5°C) during the December nights.

Humidity

In Cortland, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cortland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.6 days and collects up to 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Cortland, Illinois, during December, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 44.3 snowfall days, and 17.87" (454mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.9h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Cortland, is 33.1°F (0.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 23°F (-5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Cortland, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Cortland, in December, during 10 snowfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is typically 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?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Cortland?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from 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
Cortland, IL

Average temperature in December - Cortland, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Cortland, IL

Average pressure in December - Cortland, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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
Cortland, IL

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

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

Average humidity in December
Cortland, IL

Average humidity in December - Cortland, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Cortland, IL

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Cortland, IL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cortland, IL

Average snowfall in December - Cortland, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.55").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cortland, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Cortland, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cortland, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cortland, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Cortland, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Cortland, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Cortland, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Cortland, 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 35).

Average visibility in December
Cortland, IL

Average visibility in December - Cortland, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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