December weather forecast
Basco, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Basco, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 37.2°F (2.9°C) and min 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to a cold 37.2°F (2.9°C). An average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) marks the nights in Basco throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Basco, Illinois, in December, during 5.6 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 128.2 rainfall days, and 20.08" (510mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Basco, Illinois, in December, snow falls for 4.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow. In Basco, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.4 days and aggregates up to 7.09" (180mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Basco is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, in Basco, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Basco, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Basco?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Basco, is 37.2°F (2.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Basco?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in Basco in December?

In Basco, during December, the rain falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Basco?

In Basco, Illinois, in December, snow falls for 4.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Basco?

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

How many hours of daylight does Basco have in December?

In December, the average day length in Basco, Illinois, is 9h and 21min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Basco?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Basco?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Basco?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Basco is 2. 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
Basco, IL

Average temperature in December - Basco, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Basco, IL

Average pressure in December - Basco, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Basco, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Basco, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Basco, IL

Average rainfall in December - Basco, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in December
Basco, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Basco, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Basco, IL

Average snowfall in December - Basco, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Basco, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Basco, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Basco, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Basco, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Basco, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Basco, IL

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Basco, IL

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

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).

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Average visibility in December
Basco, IL

Average visibility in December - Basco, 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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