December weather forecast
Homer, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Homer, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and max 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a shift in temperature, down from a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C). Nighttime temperatures in Homer hover around an average low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) in December.

Humidity

In Homer, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Homer, in December, during 7 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Homer, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.9 days and collects up to 18.15" (461mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Homer, in December, snow falls for 5.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.1" (28mm) of snow. In Homer, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.1 days and aggregates up to 5.91" (150mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Homer?

In December, the rain falls for 7 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Homer, in December, during 5.9 snowfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Homer?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What are the months 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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Homer, IL

Average temperature in December - Homer, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°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 (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Homer, IL

Average pressure in December - Homer, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Homer, IL

Average wind speed in December - Homer, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Homer, IL

Average humidity in December - Homer, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Homer, IL

Average rainfall in December - Homer, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Homer, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Homer, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Homer, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Homer, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Homer, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 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
Homer, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Homer, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Homer, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Homer, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Homer, IL

Average UV index in December - Homer, 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
Homer, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Homer, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Homer, IL

Average visibility in December - Homer, 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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