December weather forecast
Lyons, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Lyons, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

As Lyons enters December, the average high-temperature decreases from the a chilly 46°F (7.8°C) of November to an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C). Lyons sustains an average of approximately a freezing cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C) during December nights, with little variation from daytime highs.

Humidity

In Lyons, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

February, March, November and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 4.3 days and typically aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lyons, during December, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Lyons, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.5 days and aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Lyons, in December, the average high-temperature is 35.1°F (1.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lyons?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are February, March, November and December Rain falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout December, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lyons?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Lyons, the average day length in December is 9h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lyons, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lyons have in December?

In Lyons, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Lyons, IL

Average temperature in December - Lyons, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Lyons, IL

Average pressure in December - Lyons, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Lyons, IL

Average wind speed in December - Lyons, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Lyons, IL

Average humidity in December - Lyons, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Lyons, IL

Average rainfall in December - Lyons, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.1").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February, March, November and December (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Lyons, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Lyons, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lyons, IL

Average snowfall in December - Lyons, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lyons, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Lyons, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.3 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
Lyons, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lyons, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lyons, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Lyons, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Lyons, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Lyons, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Lyons, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Lyons, IL

Average visibility in December - Lyons, 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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