December weather forecastCrete, IL
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Crete, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.6°F (2°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C).Temperature
Crete's December weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C) in November to a wintry 35.6°F (2°C). During December, the average low-temperature is a freezing cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 81%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Crete, Illinois, 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. In Crete, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.8 days and aggregates up to 20.04" (509mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:31 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4h.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Crete, IL
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
