December weather forecast
Sheridan, IL

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December, falling from November's frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C) to a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C). Sheridan records an average low of 24.8°F (-4°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

In Sheridan, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.7 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 97.4 rainfall days, and 8.07" (205mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
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 4:34 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Sheridan 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 low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

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. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Sheridan, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Sheridan, 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 Sheridan, during December, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, 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 4:34 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sheridan have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Sheridan is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sheridan, IL

Average temperature in December - Sheridan, 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
Sheridan, IL

Average pressure in December - Sheridan, 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
Sheridan, IL

Average wind speed in December - Sheridan, 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
Sheridan, IL

Average humidity in December - Sheridan, 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
Sheridan, IL

Average rainfall in December - Sheridan, 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
Sheridan, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Sheridan, 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
Sheridan, IL

Average snowfall in December - Sheridan, 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
Sheridan, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Sheridan, 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
Sheridan, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sheridan, 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
Sheridan, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Sheridan, 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
Sheridan, IL

Average UV index in December - Sheridan, 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
Sheridan, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Sheridan, 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
Sheridan, IL

Average visibility in December - Sheridan, 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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