December weather forecast
Oreana, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Oreana, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.5°F (3.6°C) and an average low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in the average high-temperature is seen during December, decreasing from a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C) in November to a cold 38.5°F (3.6°C). Oreana experiences a nighttime temperature average of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are February and December Rain falls for 7.1 days and accumulates 0.87" (22mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Oreana, during December, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.1 snowfall days, and 5.67" (144mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Oreana, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Oreana in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Oreana, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

What is the driest month?

February and December are months with the least rain in Oreana when the rain falls for 7.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in December?

In Oreana, in December, during 7.1 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Oreana have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Oreana, IL

Average temperature in December - Oreana, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Oreana, IL

Average pressure in December - Oreana, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Oreana, IL

Average wind speed in December - Oreana, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Oreana, IL

Average humidity in December - Oreana, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Oreana, IL

Average rainfall in December - Oreana, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.01").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Oreana, IL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Oreana, IL

Average snowfall in December - Oreana, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Oreana, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Oreana, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oreana, 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 24min).

  • 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oreana, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Oreana, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Oreana, IL

Average UV index in December - Oreana, 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
Oreana, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Oreana, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Oreana, IL

Average visibility in December - Oreana, 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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