December weather forecast
Cropsey, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Cropsey, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Cropsey's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) to an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C). Throughout December, Cropsey witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, in Cropsey, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.5 rainfall days, and 17.44" (443mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 6.1 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 30.5 snowfall days, and 7.68" (195mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Cropsey, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of December, in Cropsey, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Cropsey, Illinois, is 4.3h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high 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. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Cropsey?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Cropsey, is 36.5°F (2.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Cropsey?

The average relative humidity in December in Cropsey, Illinois, is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Cropsey?

In Cropsey, in December, during 6.9 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Cropsey?

In December, in Cropsey, it is snowing for 6.1 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cropsey?

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

How many hours of daylight does Cropsey have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Cropsey?

On the first day of December in Cropsey, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Cropsey?

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

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Cropsey?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Cropsey, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°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
Cropsey, IL

Average pressure in December - Cropsey, 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
Cropsey, IL

Average wind speed in December - Cropsey, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Cropsey, IL

Average humidity in December - Cropsey, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Cropsey, IL

Average rainfall in December - Cropsey, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Cropsey, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Cropsey, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cropsey, IL

Average snowfall in December - Cropsey, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cropsey, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Cropsey, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
Cropsey, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Cropsey, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Cropsey, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Cropsey, IL

Average UV index in December - Cropsey, 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
Cropsey, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Cropsey, 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
Cropsey, IL

Average visibility in December - Cropsey, 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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