December weather forecast
Kingston, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Kingston, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

Kingston observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's chilly 44.6°F (7°C) to an icy 32.7°F (0.4°C). December in Kingston witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a freezing cold 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Kingston, Illinois, is 83%.

Rainfall

In Kingston, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Kingston, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.8 days and collects up to 11.69" (297mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Kingston. In Kingston, in December, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Kingston, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.1 days and aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Kingston?

During December, Kingston experiences an average high-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C) and a low-temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Kingston?

In Kingston, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Kingston?

In Kingston, Illinois, in December, during 5.5 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Kingston in December?

In Kingston, Illinois, in December, during 8.5 snowfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kingston?

The month with the shortest days in Kingston is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Kingston have in December?

In Kingston, Illinois, the average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Kingston?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Kingston have in December?

In Kingston, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Kingston?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Kingston.

What is the UV index reading in December in Kingston?

In Kingston, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Kingston, IL

Average temperature in December - Kingston, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Kingston, IL

Average pressure in December - Kingston, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Kingston, IL

Average wind speed in December - Kingston, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Kingston, IL

Average humidity in December - Kingston, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Kingston, IL

Average rainfall in December - Kingston, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Kingston, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Kingston, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kingston, IL

Average snowfall in December - Kingston, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Kingston, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Kingston, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kingston, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kingston, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Kingston, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Kingston, IL

Average UV index in December - Kingston, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Kingston, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Kingston, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Kingston, IL

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

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

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