December weather forecast
L'Erable, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in L'Erable, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and max 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) in November to an icy 36.9°F (2.7°C). During the month of December, L'Erable's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

In L'Erable, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 6.6 days and typically collects 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in L'Erable are January through April, October through December. In L'Erable, in December, during 7.4 snowfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 34.8 snowfall days, and 9.33" (237mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 6:57 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 6.6 days and typically collects 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In L'Erable, during December, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In L'Erable, during December, snow falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does L'Erable have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in L'Erable.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading 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
L'Erable, IL

Average temperature in December - L
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in December
L'Erable, IL

Average pressure in December - L
  • 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
L'Erable, IL

Average wind speed in December - L
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
L'Erable, IL

Average humidity in December - L
  • 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
L'Erable, IL

Average rainfall in December - L
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
L'Erable, IL

Average rainfall days in December - L
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
L'Erable, IL

Average snowfall in December - L
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
L'Erable, IL

Average snowfall days in December - L
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 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
L'Erable, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - L
  • 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 0min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
L'Erable, IL

Average sunshine days in December - L
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
L'Erable, IL

Average UV index in December - L
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
L'Erable, IL

Average cloud cover in December - L
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
L'Erable, IL

Average visibility in December - L
  • 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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