December weather forecastYale, IL

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Yale, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and max 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

Yale's December weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a cold 41.2°F (5.1°C). An average nighttime temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) is noted in Yale during the month of December.

Humidity

In Yale, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Yale, Illinois, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Yale, there are 158.3 rainfall days, and 35.12" (892mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Yale, in December, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.18" (30mm) of snow. In Yale, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.7 days and aggregates up to 7.13" (181mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Yale, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to 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. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in December, in Yale, is 41.2°F (5.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

In Yale, Illinois, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

In Yale, Illinois, in December, during 3.8 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

In Yale, Illinois, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

On the first day of December in Yale, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

The average sunshine duration in December in Yale is 4.5h.

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

In Yale, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Yale, IL

  • Average high temperature in December: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Yale, IL

  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Yale, IL

  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Yale, IL

  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Yale, IL

  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (5.04").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Yale, IL

  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Yale, IL

  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Yale, IL

  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 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
Yale, IL

  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Yale, IL

  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Yale, IL

  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Yale, IL

  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Yale, 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).