December weather forecast
Peru, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Peru, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.9°F (1.6°C) and 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Temperature

Welcoming December, Peru observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C) to a wintry 34.9°F (1.6°C). The low-temperature average for Peru during December stands at a subzero cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Peru, during December, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.4 rainfall days, and 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Peru, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.2" (56mm) of snow. In Peru, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.5 days and aggregates up to 15.16" (385mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. 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: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Peru, 34.9°F (1.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 24.6°F (-4.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Peru, during December, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) 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 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Peru have in December?

In Peru, the average day length in December is 9h and 15min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Peru have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Peru, IL

Average temperature in December - Peru, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Peru, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Peru, IL

Average wind speed in December - Peru, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

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

Average humidity in December
Peru, IL

Average humidity in December - Peru, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Peru, IL

Average rainfall in December - Peru, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Peru, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Peru, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Peru, IL

Average snowfall in December - Peru, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Peru, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Peru, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 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
Peru, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Peru, IL
  • 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Peru, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Peru, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Peru, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Peru, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Peru, IL

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

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

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