December weather forecast
Sycamore, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sycamore, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and an average low of 23°F (-5°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C) in November to a wintry 33.1°F (0.6°C). Throughout December, Sycamore registers a consistent average low-temperature of 23°F (-5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Sycamore is 83%.

Rainfall

In Sycamore, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sycamore, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.6 days and collects up to 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 10 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is accumulated. In Sycamore, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.3 days and aggregates up to 17.87" (454mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Sycamore is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of December, in Sycamore, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.9h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Sycamore. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. 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 December in Sycamore?

The high-temperature during December is 33.1°F (0.6°C) and the low-temperature is 23°F (-5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sycamore?

In Sycamore, Illinois, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in Sycamore in December?

In Sycamore, Illinois, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Sycamore?

In Sycamore, Illinois, in December, snow falls for 10 days, with typically accumulated 2.91" (74mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sycamore?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sycamore have in December?

In Sycamore, Illinois, the average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Sycamore?

On the first day of December in Sycamore, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sycamore have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Sycamore?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Sycamore?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Sycamore is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sycamore, IL

Average temperature in December - Sycamore, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Sycamore, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sycamore, IL

Average wind speed in December - Sycamore, 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 (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Sycamore, IL

Average humidity in December - Sycamore, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Sycamore, IL

Average rainfall in December - Sycamore, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Sycamore, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Sycamore, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sycamore, IL

Average snowfall in December - Sycamore, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.55").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sycamore, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Sycamore, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Sycamore, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Sycamore, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Sycamore, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Sycamore, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Sycamore, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Sycamore, IL

Average visibility in December - Sycamore, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July, August and September (5mi).

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