December weather forecast
Powley Corners, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Powley Corners, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 37.4°F (3°C) and min 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Powley Corners's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's chilly 48°F (8.9°C) to a cold 37.4°F (3°C). During December, the temperature is averaged to a low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) at night.

Humidity

In Powley Corners, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 9.8 days and typically collects 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Powley Corners, in December, during 7.7 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 35.7 snowfall days, and 13.27" (337mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Powley Corners is 4.3h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Powley Corners in December has an average high-temperature of 37.4°F (3°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 9.8 days and typically collects 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Powley Corners, during December, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Powley Corners, in December, snow falls for 7.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Powley Corners have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Powley Corners, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Powley Corners, 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.
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Average temperature in December
Powley Corners, IL

Average temperature in December - Powley Corners, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Powley Corners, IL

Average pressure in December - Powley Corners, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Powley Corners, IL

Average wind speed in December - Powley Corners, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Powley Corners, IL

Average humidity in December - Powley Corners, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

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

Average rainfall in December
Powley Corners, IL

Average rainfall in December - Powley Corners, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Powley Corners, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Powley Corners, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Powley Corners, IL

Average snowfall in December - Powley Corners, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Powley Corners, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Powley Corners, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 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
Powley Corners, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Powley Corners, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Powley Corners, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Powley Corners, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Powley Corners, IL

Average UV index in December - Powley Corners, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Powley Corners, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Powley Corners, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Powley Corners, IL

Average visibility in December - Powley Corners, 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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