December weather forecast
Humboldt, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Humboldt, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.5°F (3.6°C) and min 28°F (-2.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of December is marked by a decrease in temperature, transitioning from a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C) in November to a cold 38.5°F (3.6°C). During the month of December, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 28°F (-2.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Humboldt, in December, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.5 rainfall days, and 25.71" (653mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 28.3 snowfall days, and 7.72" (196mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

During December, Humboldt experiences an average high-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C) and a low-temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Humboldt, in December, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Humboldt have in December?

The average day length in December in Humboldt is 9h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Humboldt, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°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 (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Humboldt, IL

Average pressure in December - Humboldt, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Humboldt, IL

Average wind speed in December - Humboldt, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Humboldt, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Humboldt, IL

Average rainfall in December - Humboldt, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Humboldt, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Humboldt, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Humboldt, IL

Average snowfall in December - Humboldt, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Humboldt, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Humboldt, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 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
Humboldt, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Humboldt, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Humboldt, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Humboldt, IL

Average UV index in December - Humboldt, 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
Humboldt, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Humboldt, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Humboldt, IL

Average visibility in December - Humboldt, 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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