December weather forecast
Brussels, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Brussels, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30°F (-1.1°C) and max 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

Brussels's weather in December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from November's cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) to an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C). In December, the average low-temperature is a freezing cold 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Brussels, Illinois, in December, during 6.8 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 138.8 rainfall days, and 27.6" (701mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated. In Brussels, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.9 days and aggregates up to 5.12" (130mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Brussels, 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 30°F (-1.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Brussels, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Brussels, during December, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Brussels, in December, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length in Brussels is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, in Brussels, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Brussels, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Brussels, IL

Average temperature in December - Brussels, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°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 (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°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 (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Brussels, IL

Average pressure in December - Brussels, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Brussels, IL

Average wind speed in December - Brussels, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Brussels, IL

Average humidity in December - Brussels, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Brussels, IL

Average rainfall in December - Brussels, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Brussels, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Brussels, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Brussels, IL

Average snowfall in December - Brussels, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Brussels, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Brussels, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.7 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
Brussels, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Brussels, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Brussels, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Brussels, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Brussels, IL

Average UV index in December - Brussels, 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
Brussels, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Brussels, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Brussels, IL

Average visibility in December - Brussels, 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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