December weather forecast
Peters Creek, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Peters Creek, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and an average low of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature decreases in December, shifting from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). Peters Creek throughout December, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Peters Creek, Illinois, is 78%.

Rainfall

In Peters Creek, Illinois, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Peters Creek, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.8 days and collects up to 27.05" (687mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is accumulated. In Peters Creek, during the entire year, snow falls for 15 days and aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Peters Creek, is 45.5°F (7.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 33.4°F (0.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Peters Creek, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Peters Creek?

In Peters Creek, during December, snow falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Peters Creek have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Peters Creek have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Peters Creek, IL

Average temperature in December - Peters Creek, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Peters Creek, IL

Average pressure in December - Peters Creek, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Peters Creek, IL

Average wind speed in December - Peters Creek, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Peters Creek, IL

Average humidity in December - Peters Creek, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Peters Creek, IL

Average rainfall in December - Peters Creek, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Peters Creek, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Peters Creek, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Peters Creek, IL

Average snowfall in December - Peters Creek, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Peters Creek, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Peters Creek, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 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
Peters Creek, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Peters Creek, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Peters Creek, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Peters Creek, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Peters Creek, IL

Average UV index in December - Peters Creek, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Peters Creek, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Peters Creek, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Peters Creek, IL

Average visibility in December - Peters Creek, 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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