December weather forecast
Sorento, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Sorento, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C) from November's fresh 51.8°F (11°C). The nighttime temperature, during December, averages of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Humidity

In Sorento, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sorento, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.9 days and collects up to 24.88" (632mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.1 days and accumulates 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Sorento?

During December, Sorento experiences an average high-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 4.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Sorento, in December, during 4.1 snowfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Sorento have in December?

In Sorento, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sorento have in December?

In Sorento, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Sorento?

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

Average temperature in December - Sorento, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Sorento, IL

Average pressure in December - Sorento, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sorento, IL

Average wind speed in December - Sorento, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Sorento, IL

Average humidity in December - Sorento, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Sorento, IL

Average rainfall in December - Sorento, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Sorento, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Sorento, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sorento, IL

Average snowfall in December - Sorento, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sorento, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Sorento, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 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
Sorento, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sorento, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sorento, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Sorento, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Sorento, IL

Average UV index in December - Sorento, 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
Sorento, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Sorento, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Sorento, IL

Average visibility in December - Sorento, 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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