December weather forecast
Broughton, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Broughton, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

As November shifts into December, a slight alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C). Broughton reports an average low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Broughton, during December, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 143.1 rainfall days, and 29.65" (753mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Broughton, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow. In Broughton, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.7 days and aggregates up to 5.79" (147mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Broughton, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Broughton, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Broughton are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Broughton in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Broughton, is 43.3°F (6.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 31.3°F (-0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Broughton?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Broughton?

In Broughton, in December, during 9.4 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Broughton in December?

In Broughton, Illinois, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Broughton?

December has the shortest days of the year in Broughton, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Broughton have in December?

The average day length in December in Broughton, Illinois, is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Broughton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in Broughton, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Broughton?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Broughton?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Broughton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Broughton is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Broughton, IL

Average temperature in December - Broughton, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Broughton, IL

Average pressure in December - Broughton, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Broughton, IL

Average wind speed in December - Broughton, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Broughton, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Broughton, IL

Average rainfall in December - Broughton, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Broughton, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Broughton, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Broughton, IL

Average snowfall in December - Broughton, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Broughton, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Broughton, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 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
Broughton, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Broughton, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Broughton, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Broughton, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Broughton, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Broughton, IL

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Broughton, IL

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

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

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