December weather forecast
Shirley, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Shirley, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Shirley's average high-temperature adjusts, receding from November's chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C) to a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C). In Shirley, the expected average low-temperature for December is a subzero cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

In Shirley, Illinois, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.1 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Shirley, there are 140.6 rainfall days, and 22.44" (570mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Shirley are January through April, October through December. In Shirley, Illinois, in December, snow falls for 8 days, with typically accumulated 1.65" (42mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Shirley, there are 35.4 snowfall days, and 9.45" (240mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:00 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Shirley, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Shirley in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and a low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Shirley?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in Shirley in December?

In Shirley, during December, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Shirley in December?

In Shirley, Illinois, in December, snow falls for 8 days, with typically accumulated 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shirley?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Shirley?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Shirley?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Shirley have in December?

In Shirley, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Shirley?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Shirley is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Shirley, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°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 (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Shirley, IL

Average pressure in December - Shirley, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Shirley, IL

Average wind speed in December - Shirley, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Shirley, IL

Average humidity in December - Shirley, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Shirley, IL

Average rainfall in December - Shirley, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in December
Shirley, IL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shirley, IL

Average snowfall in December - Shirley, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Shirley, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Shirley, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 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
Shirley, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shirley, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Shirley, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Shirley, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Shirley, IL

Average UV index in December - Shirley, 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
Shirley, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Shirley, IL

Average visibility in December - Shirley, 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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