December weather forecast
Old Ripley, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Old Ripley, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in the average high-temperature is seen during December, decreasing from a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) in November to a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C). In Old Ripley, December's nights observe an average temperature dip to a subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Old Ripley is 78%.

Rainfall

In Old Ripley, in December, it is raining for 7.2 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Old Ripley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.9 days and collects up to 24.88" (632mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 4.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Old Ripley, Illinois, is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, in Old Ripley, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Old Ripley are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Old Ripley during December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Old Ripley, Illinois, during December are 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 29.8°F (-1.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Old Ripley?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in Old Ripley in December?

In Old Ripley, Illinois, in December, during 7.2 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Old Ripley?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Old Ripley, Illinois. Snow falls for 4.1 days and accumulates 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Old Ripley in December?

In Old Ripley, Illinois, during December, snow falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Old Ripley?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Old Ripley?

The average day length in December in Old Ripley is 9h and 30min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Old Ripley?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Old Ripley, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Old Ripley have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Old Ripley is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Old Ripley?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Old Ripley?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Old Ripley, Illinois, is 2. 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
Old Ripley, IL

Average temperature in December - Old Ripley, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Old Ripley, IL

Average pressure in December - Old Ripley, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Old Ripley, IL

Average wind speed in December - Old Ripley, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Old Ripley, IL

Average humidity in December - Old Ripley, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

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

Average rainfall in December
Old Ripley, IL

Average rainfall in December - Old Ripley, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Old Ripley, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Old Ripley, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Old Ripley, IL

Average snowfall in December - Old Ripley, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Old Ripley, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Old Ripley, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 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
Old Ripley, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Old Ripley, 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 months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Old Ripley, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Old Ripley, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Old Ripley, IL

Average UV index in December - Old Ripley, 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
Old Ripley, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Old Ripley, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Old Ripley, IL

Average visibility in December - Old Ripley, 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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