December weather forecast
Carbondale, IL

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Weather in December

December in Carbondale, Illinois, welcomes winter in earnest, with temperatures confined between 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C). Snow becomes a prominent feature once again, averaging 1.26" (32mm) for the month. Limited rainfall and shorter daylight hours indicate typical winter weather patterns. The visibility remains consistent due to fewer clouds in the sky. A blustery wind, alongside temperatures leaning towards freezing, marks this month as the coldest and maximum heed should be taken for adequate winter preparation.

Temperature

December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from November's fresh 54°F (12.2°C) to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). Carbondale throughout December, records an average low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Carbondale, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Carbondale, there are 158.6 rainfall days, and 34.69" (881mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, in Carbondale, it is snowing for 3 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated. In Carbondale, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.9 days and aggregates up to 5.71" (145mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Carbondale, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Carbondale. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Carbondale in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Carbondale, records 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Carbondale?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in Carbondale in December?

In Carbondale, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Carbondale in December?

In Carbondale, Illinois, in December, during 3 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Carbondale?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Carbondale?

In December, the average day length in Carbondale is 9h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Carbondale?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Carbondale have in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Carbondale?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Carbondale?

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

Average temperature in December - Carbondale, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Carbondale, IL

Average pressure in December - Carbondale, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Carbondale, IL

Average wind speed in December - Carbondale, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Carbondale, IL

Average humidity in December - Carbondale, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

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

Average rainfall in December
Carbondale, IL

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Carbondale, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Carbondale, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Carbondale, IL

Average snowfall in December - Carbondale, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Carbondale, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Carbondale, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (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
Carbondale, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Carbondale, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Carbondale, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Carbondale, IL

Average UV index in December - Carbondale, 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
Carbondale, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Carbondale, IL

Average visibility in December - Carbondale, 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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