December weather forecast
Ridge Farm, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ridge Farm, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 39°F (3.9°C) and min 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

Ridge Farm's December weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C) in November to an icy 39°F (3.9°C). December sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Ridge Farm, in December, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ridge Farm, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.1 days and collects up to 21.02" (534mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7 days and accumulates 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Ridge Farm, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 39°F (3.9°C) and 28.4°F (-2°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Ridge Farm, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Ridge Farm, during December, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Ridge Farm, during December, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Ridge Farm have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 24min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February, 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Ridge Farm, IL

Average temperature in December - Ridge Farm, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Ridge Farm, IL

Average pressure in December - Ridge Farm, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ridge Farm, IL

Average wind speed in December - Ridge Farm, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Ridge Farm, IL

Average humidity in December - Ridge Farm, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Ridge Farm, IL

Average rainfall in December - Ridge Farm, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Ridge Farm, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Ridge Farm, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ridge Farm, IL

Average snowfall in December - Ridge Farm, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ridge Farm, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Ridge Farm, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 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
Ridge Farm, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ridge Farm, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Ridge Farm, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Ridge Farm, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Ridge Farm, IL

Average UV index in December - Ridge Farm, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Ridge Farm, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Ridge Farm, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Ridge Farm, IL

Average visibility in December - Ridge Farm, 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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