December weather forecast
Richview, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Richview, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). During the month of December, the temperature in Richview, Illinois, falls to an average of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Richview, Illinois, is 78%.

Rainfall

In Richview, during December, the rain falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 83.2 rainfall days, and 6.81" (173mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Richview, during December, snow falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11.9 snowfall days, and 0.79" (20mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Richview.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, in Richview, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Richview?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Richview, is 41.9°F (5.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Richview?

The average relative humidity in December in Richview is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Richview?

In Richview, Illinois, during December, the rain falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Richview in December?

In Richview, during December, snow falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Richview?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Richview have in December?

In December, the average day length in Richview, Illinois, is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Richview?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Richview, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Richview have in December?

In Richview, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Richview?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Richview?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Richview, IL

Average temperature in December - Richview, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Richview, IL

Average pressure in December - Richview, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Richview, IL

Average wind speed in December - Richview, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Richview, IL

Average humidity in December - Richview, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

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

Average rainfall in December
Richview, IL

Average rainfall in December - Richview, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and July (0.75").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Richview, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Richview, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (10.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Richview, IL

Average snowfall in December - Richview, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Richview, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Richview, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 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
Richview, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Richview, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Richview, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Richview, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (24.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (16.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Richview, IL

Average UV index in December - Richview, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Richview, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Richview, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Richview, IL

Average visibility in December - Richview, 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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