December weather forecast
Oregon, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Oregon, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of December coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) in November to a wintry 32.7°F (0.4°C). December witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a subzero cold 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, in Oregon, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Oregon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.2 days and collects up to 20.31" (516mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Oregon, during December, snow falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 44.6 snowfall days, and 9.49" (241mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.8h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Oregon, the average high-temperature is 32.7°F (0.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Oregon?

In Oregon, in December, during 7.5 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Oregon, in December, during 9.8 snowfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Oregon?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Oregon have in December?

In Oregon, the average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Oregon, Illinois, is 3.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Oregon, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Oregon, IL

Average temperature in December - Oregon, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Oregon, IL

Average pressure in December - Oregon, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Oregon, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Oregon, IL

Average humidity in December - Oregon, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Oregon, IL

Average rainfall in December - Oregon, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Oregon, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Oregon, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Oregon, IL

Average snowfall in December - Oregon, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.69"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Oregon, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Oregon, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 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
Oregon, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oregon, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oregon, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Oregon, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Oregon, IL

Average UV index in December - Oregon, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Oregon, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Oregon, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Oregon, IL

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and August (5mi).

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