December weather forecast
Bluffs, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bluffs, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and 39.2°F (4°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature goes from a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) in November to a wintry 39.2°F (4°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) in December.

Humidity

In Bluffs, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

January, February and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 8.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Bluffs, in December, during 5.9 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bluffs, there are 30.2 snowfall days, and 10.75" (273mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Bluffs is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Bluffs, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Bluffs, is 39.2°F (4°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Bluffs, Illinois, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

What is the driest month in Bluffs?

January, February and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 8.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in December?

In Bluffs, in December, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Bluffs, Illinois, during December, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bluffs?

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 Bluffs, the average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bluffs, IL

Average temperature in December - Bluffs, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Bluffs, IL

Average pressure in December - Bluffs, 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
Bluffs, IL

Average wind speed in December - Bluffs, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Bluffs, IL

Average humidity in December - Bluffs, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

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

Average rainfall in December
Bluffs, IL

Average rainfall in December - Bluffs, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Bluffs, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Bluffs, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bluffs, IL

Average snowfall in December - Bluffs, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bluffs, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Bluffs, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Bluffs, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bluffs, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Bluffs, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Bluffs, IL

Average UV index in December - Bluffs, 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
Bluffs, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Bluffs, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Bluffs, IL

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

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

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