December weather forecast
Taylor Ridge, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Taylor Ridge, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather shows a temperature decrease, transitioning from a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C) in November to a cold 34.5°F (1.4°C). An average minimum temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) is recorded in Taylor Ridge during the month of December.

Humidity

In Taylor Ridge, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.6 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Taylor Ridge, in December, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In Taylor Ridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.4 days and aggregates up to 8.35" (212mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Taylor Ridge, is 34.5°F (1.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 24.1°F (-4.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

What is the driest month?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.6 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Taylor Ridge in December?

In Taylor Ridge, in December, during 6.6 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Taylor Ridge, in December, during 7.8 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Taylor Ridge?

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

How many hours of daylight does Taylor Ridge have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Taylor Ridge have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Taylor Ridge, IL

Average temperature in December - Taylor Ridge, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Taylor Ridge, IL

Average pressure in December - Taylor Ridge, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Taylor Ridge, IL

Average wind speed in December - Taylor Ridge, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Taylor Ridge, IL

Average humidity in December - Taylor Ridge, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Taylor Ridge, IL

Average rainfall in December - Taylor Ridge, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Taylor Ridge, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Taylor Ridge, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Taylor Ridge, IL

Average snowfall in December - Taylor Ridge, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Taylor Ridge, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Taylor Ridge, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Taylor Ridge, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Taylor Ridge, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Taylor Ridge, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Taylor Ridge, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Taylor Ridge, IL

Average UV index in December - Taylor Ridge, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Taylor Ridge, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Taylor Ridge, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Taylor Ridge, IL

Average visibility in December - Taylor Ridge, 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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