December weather forecast
Cobden, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cobden, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 32.2°F (0.1°C) and 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a shift in temperature, down from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C). Throughout the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Cobden, in December, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 143 rainfall days, and 27.44" (697mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated. In Cobden, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.9 days and aggregates up to 6.06" (154mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Cobden is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Cobden are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

In December, in Cobden, the average high-temperature is 44.8°F (7.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.2°F (0.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Cobden, during December, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Cobden, in December, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Cobden have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Cobden?

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 and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Cobden, IL

Average temperature in December - Cobden, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Cobden, IL

Average pressure in December - Cobden, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Cobden, IL

Average wind speed in December - Cobden, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Cobden, IL

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Cobden, IL

Average rainfall in December - Cobden, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Cobden, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Cobden, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cobden, IL

Average snowfall in December - Cobden, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.1"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Cobden, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Cobden, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Cobden, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cobden, 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 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
Cobden, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Cobden, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Cobden, IL

Average UV index in December - Cobden, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Cobden, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Cobden, IL

Average visibility in December - Cobden, 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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