December weather forecast
Bushnell, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bushnell, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and an average high of 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

Bushnell's December weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C) in November to a cold 37°F (2.8°C). During December, Bushnell records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In Bushnell, Illinois, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Bushnell, Illinois, in December, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 122.7 rainfall days, and 17.8" (452mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bushnell are January through April, October through December. In Bushnell, during December, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow. In Bushnell, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.2 days and aggregates up to 5.47" (139mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Bushnell, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bushnell. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Bushnell in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Bushnell, is 37°F (2.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bushnell?

The average relative humidity in December in Bushnell is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Bushnell?

In Bushnell, in December, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Bushnell?

In Bushnell, in December, snow falls for 4.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bushnell?

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

How many hours of daylight does Bushnell have in December?

In December, the average day length in Bushnell, Illinois, is 9h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Bushnell?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bushnell, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Bushnell?

In Bushnell, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Bushnell?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Bushnell?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Bushnell, Illinois, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bushnell, IL

Average temperature in December - Bushnell, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in December
Bushnell, IL

Average pressure in December - Bushnell, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bushnell, IL

Average wind speed in December - Bushnell, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Bushnell, IL

Average humidity in December - Bushnell, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Bushnell, IL

Average rainfall in December - Bushnell, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Bushnell, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Bushnell, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bushnell, IL

Average snowfall in December - Bushnell, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bushnell, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Bushnell, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 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
Bushnell, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bushnell, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Bushnell, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Bushnell, IL

Average UV index in December - Bushnell, 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
Bushnell, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Bushnell, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

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 30).

Average visibility in December
Bushnell, IL

Average visibility in December - Bushnell, 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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