December weather forecast
Belleville, IL

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Weather in December

December in Belleville introduces winter's bone-chilling cold, a stark juxtaposition to November's subdued coolness. With cloud cover becoming more prevalent and the daylight receding to the fewest hours, December brings an undeniably wintry feel. The notable advent of cold is backed up with an increased probability of snowfall, from mere flurries in November to a snowfall of 2.01" (51mm) in December. This shift towards shorter days and colder nights accompanies a nostalgic atmosphere, adorned with festive lights and warmth of the holiday season in Belleville.

Temperature

With December's onset, the average high-temperature in Belleville recedes from November's fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) to an icy 42.6°F (5.9°C). Throughout the month of December, Belleville expects an average low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

In Belleville, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Belleville, in December, during 8.4 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 147.1 rainfall days, and 35.43" (900mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Belleville. In Belleville, in December, during 4 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Belleville, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.1 days and aggregates up to 8.11" (206mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Belleville during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Belleville, records 42.6°F (5.9°C), while the low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Belleville?

In December, the average relative humidity in Belleville, Illinois, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Belleville in December?

In Belleville, Illinois, in December, during 8.4 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Belleville in December?

In Belleville, during December, snow falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Belleville?

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

How many hours of daylight does Belleville have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Belleville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Belleville?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Belleville?

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

Average temperature in December - Belleville, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Belleville, IL

Average pressure in December - Belleville, 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Belleville, IL

Average wind speed in December - Belleville, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Belleville, IL

Average humidity in December - Belleville, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Belleville, IL

Average rainfall in December - Belleville, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Belleville, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Belleville, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Belleville, IL

Average snowfall in December - Belleville, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Belleville, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Belleville, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Belleville, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Belleville, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Belleville, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Belleville, IL

Average UV index in December - Belleville, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Belleville, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Belleville, 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 29).

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Average visibility in December
Belleville, IL

Average visibility in December - Belleville, 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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