December weather forecast
Hennepin, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hennepin, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Temperature

Onset of December witnesses a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C) in November to a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C). Hennepin usually reports an average low-temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) during the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and December Rain falls for 7.5 days and accumulates 1.61" (41mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hennepin are January through April, October through December. In Hennepin, during December, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow. In Hennepin, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.5 days and aggregates up to 15.31" (389mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Hennepin, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hennepin in December?

In Hennepin, in December, the average high-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.4°F (-4.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hennepin?

In December, the average relative humidity in Hennepin, Illinois, is 82%.

What is the driest month in Hennepin?

The months with the least rainfall are January and December Rain falls for 7.5 days and accumulates 1.61" (41mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Hennepin in December?

In Hennepin, Illinois, in December, during 7.5 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Hennepin in December?

In Hennepin, in December, during 8 snowfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hennepin?

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 Hennepin?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hennepin?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hennepin?

The average sunshine duration in December in Hennepin is 4.2h.

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

January 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 Hennepin?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Hennepin is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hennepin, IL

Average temperature in December - Hennepin, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°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 (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Hennepin, IL

Average pressure in December - Hennepin, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hennepin, IL

Average wind speed in December - Hennepin, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Hennepin, IL

Average humidity in December - Hennepin, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Hennepin, IL

Average rainfall in December - Hennepin, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.69").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Hennepin, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Hennepin, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hennepin, IL

Average snowfall in December - Hennepin, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hennepin, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Hennepin, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hennepin, 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 1min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Hennepin, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Hennepin, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Hennepin, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Hennepin, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Hennepin, IL

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

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

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