December weather forecast
Crete, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Crete, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C) in November to an icy 35.6°F (2°C). Throughout December, Crete registers a consistent average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Crete, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. In Crete, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.4 days and collects up to 35" (889mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Crete, in December, snow falls for 9.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.07" (78mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Crete, there are 47.8 snowfall days, and 20.04" (509mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 6:57 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Crete, Illinois, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Crete?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Crete, is 35.6°F (2°C), while the average low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Crete?

In December, the average relative humidity in Crete, Illinois, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Crete?

In December, in Crete, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Crete in December?

In Crete, Illinois, in December, during 9.8 snowfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Crete?

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

How many hours of daylight does Crete have in December?

The average day length in December in Crete is 9h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Crete?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Crete, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:31 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Crete?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Crete is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Crete?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Crete.

What is the UV index reading in December in Crete?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Crete, Illinois, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Crete, IL

Average temperature in December - Crete, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Crete, IL

Average pressure in December - Crete, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Crete, IL

Average wind speed in December - Crete, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

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
Crete, IL

Average humidity in December - Crete, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Crete, IL

Average rainfall in December - Crete, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in December
Crete, IL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Crete, IL

Average snowfall in December - Crete, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Crete, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Crete, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.8 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
Crete, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Crete, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Crete, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Crete, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Crete, IL

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Crete, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Crete, IL

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

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

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