December weather forecast
Kirkland, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Kirkland, 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

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a chilly 44.6°F (7°C) to a wintry 32.7°F (0.4°C). Kirkland experiences an average nighttime temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

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

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, 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 Kirkland, the average sunshine in December 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Kirkland, is 32.7°F (0.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Kirkland is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Kirkland, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) 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 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, 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 Kirkland have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Kirkland, IL

Average temperature in December - Kirkland, 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
Kirkland, IL

Average pressure in December - Kirkland, 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
Kirkland, IL

Average wind speed in December - Kirkland, 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
Kirkland, IL

Average humidity in December - Kirkland, 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
Kirkland, IL

Average rainfall in December - Kirkland, 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
Kirkland, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Kirkland, 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
Kirkland, IL

Average snowfall in December - Kirkland, 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
Kirkland, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Kirkland, 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
Kirkland, IL

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

Average sunshine days in December - Kirkland, 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
Kirkland, IL

Average UV index in December - Kirkland, 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
Kirkland, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Kirkland, 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
Kirkland, IL

Average visibility in December - Kirkland, 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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