December weather forecast
Boden, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Boden, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and an average high of 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

December's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C). An average temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) is recorded during the nights in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 5.5 days and typically collects 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Boden, in December, during 6.1 snowfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 26.3 snowfall days, and 7.64" (194mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Boden, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Boden, the average high-temperature is 35.1°F (1.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.4°F (-4.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Boden is 81%.

What is the driest month?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5.5 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6.1 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Boden?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Boden have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Boden, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Boden have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What is the UV index reading 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Boden, IL

Average temperature in December - Boden, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Boden, IL

Average pressure in December - Boden, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Boden, IL

Average wind speed in December - Boden, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Boden, IL

Average humidity in December - Boden, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Boden, IL

Average rainfall in December - Boden, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Boden, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Boden, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Boden, IL

Average snowfall in December - Boden, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Boden, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Boden, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
Boden, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Boden, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Boden, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Boden, IL

Average UV index in December - Boden, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Boden, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Boden, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Boden, IL

Average visibility in December - Boden, 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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