December weather forecast
Cary, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Cary, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.3°F (0.7°C) and min 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Temperature

December comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) to an icy 33.3°F (0.7°C). The average low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) is witnessed in Cary during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Cary is December, when the rain falls for 8 days and typically collects 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is accumulated. In Cary, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.9 days and aggregates up to 14.76" (375mm) 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 7:02 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Cary is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. 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: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Cary in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 23.2°F (-4.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Cary?

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

What is the driest month in Cary?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8 days and accumulates 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Cary in December?

In Cary, Illinois, in December, during 8 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Cary?

In Cary, in December, during 10.8 snowfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cary?

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

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

The average day length in December in Cary, Illinois, is 9h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Cary?

On the first day of December in Cary, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:31 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cary have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Cary?

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 Cary?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Cary is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Cary, IL

Average temperature in December - Cary, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Cary, IL

Average pressure in December - Cary, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"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).

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Average wind speed in December
Cary, IL

Average wind speed in December - Cary, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Cary, IL

Average humidity in December - Cary, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Cary, IL

Average rainfall in December - Cary, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in December
Cary, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Cary, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Cary, IL

Average snowfall in December - Cary, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Cary, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Cary, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cary, 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: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Cary, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Cary, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

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Average UV index in December
Cary, IL

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Cary, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Cary, IL

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

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

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