December weather forecast
Belvidere, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Belvidere, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and an average low of 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's chilly 44.6°F (7°C) to an icy 32.4°F (0.2°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) is expected.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Belvidere, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154 days and collects up to 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Belvidere, during December, snow falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow. In Belvidere, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.3 days and aggregates up to 17.28" (439mm) 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 7:05 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of December, in Belvidere, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Belvidere, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. 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 it in Belvidere in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Belvidere, is 32.4°F (0.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Belvidere?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in Belvidere in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Belvidere?

In Belvidere, Illinois, in December, snow falls for 10.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Belvidere?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Belvidere, Illinois.

How many hours of daylight does Belvidere have in December?

In Belvidere, the average day length in December is 9h and 9min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Belvidere?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Belvidere?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Belvidere?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Belvidere is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Belvidere, IL

Average temperature in December - Belvidere, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Belvidere, IL

Average pressure in December - Belvidere, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Belvidere, IL

Average wind speed in December - Belvidere, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Belvidere, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Belvidere, IL

Average rainfall in December - Belvidere, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in December
Belvidere, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Belvidere, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Belvidere, IL

Average snowfall in December - Belvidere, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Belvidere, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Belvidere, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 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
Belvidere, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Belvidere, 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: 4h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Belvidere, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Belvidere, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Belvidere, IL

Average UV index in December - Belvidere, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Belvidere, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Belvidere, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

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 34).

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Average visibility in December
Belvidere, IL

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

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

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