December weather forecast
Serena, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Serena, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.8°F (-4°C) and max 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C) in November to a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C). Serena's nights in December cool down to an average low-temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Serena, in December, during 4.7 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 97.4 rainfall days, and 8.07" (205mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Serena, in December, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Serena, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.1 days and aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Serena is 4.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Serena?

The high-temperature during December is 34.7°F (1.5°C) and the low-temperature is 24.8°F (-4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Serena, during December, the rain falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout December, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Serena have in December?

In Serena, the average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Serena have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Serena?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Serena.

What is the UV index reading in December in Serena?

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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Serena, IL

Average temperature in December - Serena, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Serena, IL

Average pressure in December - Serena, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Serena, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Serena, IL

Average humidity in December - Serena, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Serena, IL

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Serena, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Serena, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Serena, IL

Average snowfall in December - Serena, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Serena, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Serena, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Serena, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Serena, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Serena, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Serena, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Serena, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Serena, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Serena, IL

Average visibility in December - Serena, 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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