December weather forecast
Herod, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Herod, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and an average low of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

Herod's December weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). Herod experiences a mean low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Herod, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Herod, there are 158.6 rainfall days, and 36.02" (915mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Herod are January through April, October through December. In Herod, during December, snow falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow. In Herod, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.7 days and aggregates up to 6.57" (167mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Herod, Illinois, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Herod, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Herod, Illinois. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Herod?

In Herod, in December, the average high-temperature is 44.1°F (6.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Herod?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Herod?

In Herod, Illinois, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Herod?

In Herod, in December, during 3.6 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Herod?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Herod.

How many hours of daylight does Herod have in December?

The average day length in December in Herod is 9h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Herod?

On the first day of December in Herod, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Herod?

In Herod, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

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

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Herod, Illinois.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Herod?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Herod, Illinois, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Herod, IL

Average temperature in December - Herod, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Herod, IL

Average pressure in December - Herod, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Herod, IL

Average wind speed in December - Herod, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Herod, IL

Average humidity in December - Herod, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Herod, IL

Average rainfall in December - Herod, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in December
Herod, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Herod, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Herod, IL

Average snowfall in December - Herod, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Herod, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Herod, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Herod, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Herod, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Herod, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Herod, IL

Average UV index in December - Herod, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Herod, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Herod, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Herod, IL

Average visibility in December - Herod, 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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