December weather forecast
Bluff Springs, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bluff Springs, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 38.7°F (3.7°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a temperature drop, moving from a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) in November to a cold 38.7°F (3.7°C). Bluff Springs experiences an average low-temperature reading of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) throughout December.

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 December, it is snowing for 6.3 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 31.2 snowfall days, and 11.85" (301mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Bluff Springs, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Bluff Springs in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Bluff Springs, is 38.7°F (3.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27.5°F (-2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Bluff Springs, Illinois, is 78%.

What is the driest month?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.6 days and accumulates 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Bluff Springs, during December, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Bluff Springs have in December?

In Bluff Springs, 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 7:04 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 Bluff Springs have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bluff Springs, IL

Average temperature in December - Bluff Springs, 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
Bluff Springs, IL

Average pressure in December - Bluff Springs, 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
Bluff Springs, IL

Average wind speed in December - Bluff Springs, 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
Bluff Springs, IL

Average humidity in December - Bluff Springs, 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
Bluff Springs, IL

Average rainfall in December - Bluff Springs, 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
Bluff Springs, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Bluff Springs, 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
Bluff Springs, IL

Average snowfall in December - Bluff Springs, 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
Bluff Springs, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Bluff Springs, 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
Bluff Springs, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bluff Springs, 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
Bluff Springs, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Bluff Springs, 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
Bluff Springs, IL

Average UV index in December - Bluff Springs, 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
Bluff Springs, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Bluff Springs, 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
Bluff Springs, IL

Average visibility in December - Bluff Springs, 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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