December weather forecast
Kilbourne, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Kilbourne, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 37.9°F (3.3°C) and min 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C) to a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature in Kilbourne records at a subzero cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

In Kilbourne, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Kilbourne. Rain falls for 7.5 days and accumulates 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Kilbourne are January through April, October through December. In Kilbourne, in December, snow falls for 5.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28.4 snowfall days, and 10.31" (262mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Kilbourne, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, in Kilbourne, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Kilbourne is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Kilbourne in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Kilbourne?

In December, the average relative humidity in Kilbourne is 79%.

What is the driest month in Kilbourne?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.5 days and accumulates 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Kilbourne in December?

In Kilbourne, in December, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Kilbourne in December?

In Kilbourne, during December, snow falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kilbourne?

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

How many hours of daylight does Kilbourne have in December?

In December, the average day length in Kilbourne, Illinois, is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Kilbourne?

On the first day of December in Kilbourne, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Kilbourne have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Kilbourne, Illinois, is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Kilbourne?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Kilbourne?

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

Average temperature in December - Kilbourne, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Kilbourne, IL

Average pressure in December - Kilbourne, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Kilbourne, IL

Average wind speed in December - Kilbourne, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Kilbourne, IL

Average humidity in December - Kilbourne, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Kilbourne, IL

Average rainfall in December - Kilbourne, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Kilbourne, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Kilbourne, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kilbourne, IL

Average snowfall in December - Kilbourne, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kilbourne, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Kilbourne, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 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
Kilbourne, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kilbourne, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kilbourne, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Kilbourne, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Kilbourne, IL

Average UV index in December - Kilbourne, 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
Kilbourne, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Kilbourne, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Kilbourne, IL

Average visibility in December - Kilbourne, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (5mi).

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