December weather forecast
Erie, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Erie, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C) to a cold 34°F (1.1°C). In the month of December, the average low-temperature in Erie, Illinois, usually rests at a freezing cold 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

Humidity

In Erie, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Erie, in December, during 7.4 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145.7 rainfall days, and 27.91" (709mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Erie. In Erie, during December, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Erie, Illinois, there are 37.9 snowfall days, and 13.98" (355mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of December, in Erie, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
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. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Erie in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Erie during December are 34°F (1.1°C) and 23.5°F (-4.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Erie?

In Erie, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Erie?

In December, in Erie, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Erie in December?

In Erie, during December, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Erie?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Erie, Illinois.

How many hours of daylight does Erie have in December?

In Erie, Illinois, the average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Erie?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Erie have in December?

In Erie, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Erie?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Erie?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Erie, IL

Average temperature in December - Erie, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 34°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Erie, IL

Average pressure in December - Erie, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Erie, IL

Average wind speed in December - Erie, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Erie, IL

Average humidity in December - Erie, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Erie, IL

Average rainfall in December - Erie, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in December
Erie, IL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Erie, IL

Average snowfall in December - Erie, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Erie, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Erie, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Erie, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Erie, 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 July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Erie, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Erie, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Erie, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (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
Erie, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Erie, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Erie, IL

Average visibility in December - Erie, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).

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