December weather forecast
Beardstown, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Beardstown, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Temperature

Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) in November to a cold 38.7°F (3.7°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 8.6 days and typically collects 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Beardstown, Illinois, in December, during 6.3 snowfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Beardstown, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.2 days and aggregates up to 11.85" (301mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Beardstown, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

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 low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Beardstown experiences an average high-temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and a low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°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 calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall in Beardstown is December, when the rain falls for 8.6 days and typically collects 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Beardstown, in December, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Beardstown, Illinois, in December, during 6.3 snowfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Beardstown?

In Beardstown, Illinois, the average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Beardstown have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Beardstown?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Beardstown is 2. 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
Beardstown, IL

Average temperature in December - Beardstown, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Beardstown, IL

Average pressure in December - Beardstown, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Beardstown, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Beardstown, IL

Average humidity in December - Beardstown, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Beardstown, IL

Average rainfall in December - Beardstown, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Beardstown, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Beardstown, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Beardstown, IL

Average snowfall in December - Beardstown, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Beardstown, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Beardstown, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 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
Beardstown, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Beardstown, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Beardstown, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Beardstown, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Beardstown, IL

Average UV index in December - Beardstown, 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
Beardstown, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Beardstown, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Beardstown, IL

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

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

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