December weather forecast
Ridgeville, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Ridgeville, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December involves a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C) in November to a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C). An average low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) is recorded during the nights in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January, February and December are months with the least rain in Ridgeville when the rain falls for 7.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Ridgeville, in December, during 6.1 snowfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Ridgeville, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.7 days and aggregates up to 8.19" (208mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Ridgeville is 4.4h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Ridgeville. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Ridgeville?

The high-temperature, in December, in Ridgeville, is 36.5°F (2.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 26.2°F (-3.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ridgeville?

In Ridgeville, Illinois, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the driest month in Ridgeville?

The months with the least rainfall in Ridgeville, Illinois, are January, February and December Rain falls for 7.1 days and accumulates 0.91" (23mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Ridgeville in December?

In Ridgeville, Illinois, during December, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Ridgeville?

In Ridgeville, Illinois, during December, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ridgeville?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ridgeville have in December?

In Ridgeville, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Ridgeville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ridgeville?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Ridgeville?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Ridgeville?

In Ridgeville, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ridgeville, IL

Average temperature in December - Ridgeville, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°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 (18.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Ridgeville, IL

Average pressure in December - Ridgeville, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ridgeville, IL

Average wind speed in December - Ridgeville, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Ridgeville, IL

Average humidity in December - Ridgeville, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Ridgeville, IL

Average rainfall in December - Ridgeville, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Ridgeville, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Ridgeville, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ridgeville, IL

Average snowfall in December - Ridgeville, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ridgeville, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Ridgeville, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 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
Ridgeville, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ridgeville, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ridgeville, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Ridgeville, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Ridgeville, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Ridgeville, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Ridgeville, IL

Average visibility in December - Ridgeville, 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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