December weather forecast
Buckingham, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Buckingham, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and an average high of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C) in November to a cold 36.3°F (2.4°C). Buckingham's average low-temperature during December nights is observed to be a subzero cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Buckingham, in December, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.1 rainfall days, and 22.56" (573mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Buckingham, in December, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39 snowfall days, and 9.02" (229mm) 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 6:58 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:34 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Buckingham, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Buckingham experiences an average high-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C) and a low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Buckingham, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Buckingham, in December, during 8.5 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Buckingham have in December?

In Buckingham, the average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, in Buckingham, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:34 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Buckingham, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Buckingham, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Buckingham, IL

Average temperature in December - Buckingham, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Buckingham, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Buckingham, IL

Average wind speed in December - Buckingham, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Buckingham, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Buckingham, IL

Average rainfall in December - Buckingham, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Buckingham, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Buckingham, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Buckingham, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Buckingham, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Buckingham, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 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
Buckingham, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Buckingham, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Buckingham, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Buckingham, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Buckingham, IL

Average UV index in December - Buckingham, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Buckingham, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Buckingham, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Buckingham, IL

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

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

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