December weather forecast
Louisville, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Louisville, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's fresh 52°F (11.1°C) to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). In Louisville, the average low-temperature during the month of December is a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Louisville is 78%.

Rainfall

In Louisville, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Louisville, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.3 days and collects up to 37.17" (944mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Louisville, in December, snow falls for 4.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow. In Louisville, during the entire year, snow falls for 22.8 days and aggregates up to 7.09" (180mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Louisville, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Louisville, 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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Louisville in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Louisville, Illinois, during December are 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Louisville?

In Louisville, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Louisville?

In Louisville, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Louisville in December?

In December, in Louisville, Illinois, it is snowing for 4.7 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Louisville?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Louisville, Illinois.

What is the average length of the day in December in Louisville?

The average day length in December in Louisville, Illinois, is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Louisville?

On the first day of December in Louisville, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Louisville have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Louisville is 4.6h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Louisville?

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

Average temperature in December - Louisville, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Louisville, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Louisville, IL

Average wind speed in December - Louisville, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Louisville, IL

Average humidity in December - Louisville, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Louisville, IL

Average rainfall in December - Louisville, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.88").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Louisville, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Louisville, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Louisville, IL

Average snowfall in December - Louisville, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Louisville, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Louisville, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 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
Louisville, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Louisville, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Louisville, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Louisville, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Louisville, IL

Average UV index in December - Louisville, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Louisville, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Louisville, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Louisville, IL

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

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

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