December weather forecast
Carlyle, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Carlyle, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) in November to an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Carlyle, Illinois, in December, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 120.1 rainfall days, and 15.55" (395mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Carlyle, during December, snow falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 16.4 snowfall days, and 2.24" (57mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Carlyle, 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Carlyle?

In Carlyle, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Carlyle?

In Carlyle, in December, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Carlyle, in December, during 3.4 snowfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Carlyle?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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 Carlyle?

In Carlyle, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Carlyle, IL

Average temperature in December - Carlyle, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Carlyle, IL

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

Average wind speed in December
Carlyle, IL

Average wind speed in December - Carlyle, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Carlyle, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, July and August (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Carlyle, IL

Average rainfall in December - Carlyle, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Carlyle, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Carlyle, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Carlyle, IL

Average snowfall in December - Carlyle, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Carlyle, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Carlyle, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Carlyle, IL

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

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Carlyle, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Carlyle, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Carlyle, IL

Average UV index in December - Carlyle, 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
Carlyle, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Carlyle, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

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

Average visibility in December
Carlyle, IL

Average visibility in December - Carlyle, 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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