December weather forecast
Scheller, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Scheller, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Scheller experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). In Scheller, an average nighttime temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) is expected during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Scheller, in December, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 122.7 rainfall days, and 18.03" (458mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Scheller, in December, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 14.5 snowfall days, and 2.64" (67mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

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 low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in Scheller in December?

In Scheller, in December, during 7.8 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Scheller, during December, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) 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 in Scheller.

How many hours of daylight does Scheller have in December?

In Scheller, the average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Scheller?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Scheller?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Scheller, IL

Average temperature in December - Scheller, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°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 (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Scheller, IL

Average pressure in December - Scheller, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Scheller, IL

Average wind speed in December - Scheller, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Scheller, IL

Average humidity in December - Scheller, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Scheller, IL

Average rainfall in December - Scheller, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Scheller, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Scheller, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Scheller, IL

Average snowfall in December - Scheller, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Scheller, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Scheller, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 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
Scheller, IL

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

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Scheller, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Scheller, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Scheller, IL

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

Average cloud cover in December
Scheller, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Scheller, 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 and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Scheller, IL

Average visibility in December - Scheller, 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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