December weather forecast
Herrick, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Herrick, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Temperature

December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a wintry 40.6°F (4.8°C). December nights are marked by an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Herrick is 78%.

Rainfall

In Herrick, in December, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Herrick, there are 139.3 rainfall days, and 23.94" (608mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.5 days and accumulates 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Herrick is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Herrick, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Herrick in December?

December temperatures in Herrick vary between a high-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and a low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Herrick?

In December, the average relative humidity in Herrick, Illinois, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Herrick?

In Herrick, Illinois, in December, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Herrick?

The month with the most snowfall in Herrick is December, when snow falls for 3.5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Herrick?

In Herrick, Illinois, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Herrick?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Herrick, Illinois.

How many hours of daylight does Herrick have in December?

In December, the average day length in Herrick is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Herrick?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, in Herrick, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Herrick?

In Herrick, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Herrick?

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

Average temperature in December - Herrick, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Herrick, IL

Average pressure in December - Herrick, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Herrick, IL

Average wind speed in December - Herrick, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Herrick, IL

Average humidity in December - Herrick, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Herrick, IL

Average rainfall in December - Herrick, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and June (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.18").

Average rainfall days in December
Herrick, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Herrick, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Herrick, IL

Average snowfall in December - Herrick, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Herrick, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Herrick, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.7 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
Herrick, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Herrick, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Herrick, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Herrick, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (19.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Herrick, IL

Average UV index in December - Herrick, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Herrick, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Herrick, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Herrick, IL

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

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

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