December weather forecast
Orion, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Orion, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and an average high of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

The shift to December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C) in November to a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C). In Orion, the average nighttime temperature during December is a freezing cold 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 7.4 days and typically collects 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.5 snowfall days, and 13.5" (343mm) 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 7:08 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Orion?

During December, Orion experiences an average high-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and a low-temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Orion?

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

What is the driest month in Orion?

December is the month with the least rainfall in Orion. Rain falls for 7.4 days and accumulates 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Orion?

In Orion, Illinois, in December, during 7.4 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Orion in December?

In Orion, Illinois, in December, during 7.5 snowfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Orion?

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 Orion?

In December, the average day length in Orion, Illinois, is 9h and 15min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Orion?

On the first day of December in Orion, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Orion have in December?

In Orion, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Orion?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Orion, Illinois.

What is the UV index reading in December in Orion?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Orion is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Orion, IL

Average temperature in December - Orion, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Orion, IL

Average pressure in December - Orion, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Orion, IL

Average wind speed in December - Orion, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Orion, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Orion, IL

Average rainfall in December - Orion, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in December
Orion, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Orion, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Orion, IL

Average snowfall in December - Orion, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Orion, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Orion, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Orion, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Orion, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Orion, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Orion, IL

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (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
Orion, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Orion, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Orion, IL

Average visibility in December - Orion, 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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