Sheridan, IL has a humid continental climate. This means that it experiences hot and humid summers and cold winters with occasional snowfall. The area receives an average of 45 inches of precipitation per year, with the wettest months being April, May, and June. Summers are generally warm and humid with temperatures typically reaching highs in the 80s Fahrenheit. Winters tend to be cold and snowy, with temperatures usually falling to lows in the 20s Fahrenheit. Overall, Sheridan enjoys mild temperatures year-round making it a great place to enjoy four distinct seasons.
Sheridan, Illinois gets 38 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Sheridan averages 23 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 190 sunny days per year in Sheridan. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Sheridan gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 114 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 84 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 15
Rain: averages 38 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 23 inches of snow a year