December weather forecast
Farmer City, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Farmer City, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and max 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of December is marked by a decrease in temperature, transitioning from a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C) in November to a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C). The average temperature during December nights dips to a freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.6 days and accumulates 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Farmer City, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow. In Farmer City, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.3 days and aggregates up to 9.09" (231mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 37.6°F (3.1°C) and the low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the driest month?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.6 days and accumulates 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Farmer City, in December, it is raining for 7.6 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Farmer City, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Farmer City have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Farmer City, IL

Average temperature in December - Farmer City, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Farmer City, IL

Average pressure in December - Farmer City, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Farmer City, IL

Average wind speed in December - Farmer City, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Farmer City, IL

Average humidity in December - Farmer City, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Farmer City, IL

Average rainfall in December - Farmer City, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Farmer City, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Farmer City, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Farmer City, IL

Average snowfall in December - Farmer City, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Farmer City, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Farmer City, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 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
Farmer City, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Farmer City, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Farmer City, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Farmer City, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Farmer City, IL

Average UV index in December - Farmer City, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Farmer City, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Farmer City, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Farmer City, IL

Average visibility in December - Farmer City, 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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