Sonora, IL
Historical community (former settlement) in Hancock County, Illinois
Sonora is a historical community (former settlement) in Hancock County, Illinois. It is 3.3 miles SW of Sandusky, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 62354.
Sonora at a glance
- State
- Illinois
- County
- Hancock County
- ZIP code
- 62354
- Nearest town
- Sandusky (3.3 mi)
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Coordinates
- 40.4942, -91.3547
Weather in Sonora now
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Sonora weather by the hour
Sonora weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Sonora.
This week in Sonora
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Sonora
What is the weather usually like in Sonora?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 86°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 17°F average low
- 39.7 inprecipitation per year · 1,010 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Sonora: May–June and August–September, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station KEOKUK LOCK DAM 19, IA US (USC00134381), adjusted for the elevation of Sonora.
Sonora weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Sonora through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:24 AM | 5:04 PM | 9 h 39 min |
| February | 6:57 AM | 5:41 PM | 10 h 44 min |
| March | 7:15 AM | 7:13 PM | 11 h 58 min |
| April | 6:24 AM | 7:45 PM | 13 h 20 min |
| May | 5:46 AM | 8:16 PM | 14 h 29 min |
| June | 5:32 AM | 8:39 PM | 15 h 6 min |
| July | 5:46 AM | 8:36 PM | 14 h 49 min |
| August | 6:15 AM | 8:04 PM | 13 h 49 min |
| September | 6:45 AM | 7:15 PM | 12 h 30 min |
| October | 7:15 AM | 6:26 PM | 11 h 11 min |
| November | 6:50 AM | 4:49 PM | 9 h 58 min |
| December | 7:20 AM | 4:41 PM | 9 h 21 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/Chicago).
What is the weather like in Sonora?
Sonora has a hot-summer humid continental climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 86°F (30°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 17°F (-9°C).
It gets about 39.7 inches (1,010 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is May and the driest is January.
The best time to visit Sonora is May–June and August–September. The live forecast on this page comes from the National Weather Service and the climate averages from NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Webcams near Sonora
The closest live webcam is Mooar: RWIS - IA 5 MM 15 @ SB Copper Creek (mini), 5.5 miles SW of Sonora.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Sonora.
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Questions about Sonora
Where is Sonora, IL?
Sonora is a historical community (former settlement) in Hancock County, Illinois, 3.3 miles SW of Sandusky.
What county is Sonora in?
Sonora is in Hancock County, Illinois.
What is the ZIP code of Sonora, IL?
The ZIP code for Sonora is 62354.
What is the nearest town to Sonora?
Sandusky, 3.3 miles away.
Are there webcams near Sonora?
Yes. The closest is Mooar: RWIS - IA 5 MM 15 @ SB Copper Creek (mini), 5.5 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Sonora?
July, with an average high of 86°F (30°C).
What is the coldest month in Sonora?
January, with an average low of 17°F (-9°C).
How much does it rain in Sonora?
About 39.7 inches (1,010 mm) a year; the wettest month is May.
Does it snow in Sonora?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit Sonora?
May–June and August–September, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Sonora have?
Hot-summer humid continental (Köppen Dfa).
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