December weather forecast
Kerrick, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Kerrick, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C) in November to a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C). The nighttime temperature, during December, averages of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

In Kerrick, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.1 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Kerrick, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.6 days and collects up to 22.44" (570mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Kerrick, in December, snow falls for 8 days, with typically accumulated 1.65" (42mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.4 snowfall days, and 9.45" (240mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Kerrick.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Kerrick, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

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 low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and a low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.1 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, in Kerrick, it is snowing for 8 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Kerrick have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, in Kerrick, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Kerrick have in December?

In Kerrick, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

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

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Kerrick, IL

Average temperature in December - Kerrick, 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 (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°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 (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Kerrick, IL

Average pressure in December - Kerrick, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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
Kerrick, IL

Average wind speed in December - Kerrick, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Kerrick, IL

Average humidity in December - Kerrick, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Kerrick, IL

Average rainfall in December - Kerrick, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in December
Kerrick, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Kerrick, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kerrick, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kerrick, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 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
Kerrick, IL

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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kerrick, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Kerrick, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Kerrick, IL

Average UV index in December - Kerrick, 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
Kerrick, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Kerrick, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Kerrick, IL

Average visibility in December - Kerrick, 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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