December weather forecast
Bowen, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bowen, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December, falling from November's frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) to an icy 37.2°F (2.9°C). Bowen's nighttime temperature during December is consistently averaged at a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Bowen, during December, the rain falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation. In Bowen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.2 days and collects up to 20.08" (510mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bowen, Illinois, there are 25.4 snowfall days, and 7.09" (180mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Bowen, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Bowen in December?

During December, Bowen experiences an average high-temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C) and a low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bowen?

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

How much does it rain in Bowen in December?

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

How much does it snow in Bowen in December?

In Bowen, Illinois, in December, during 4.9 snowfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bowen?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Bowen have in December?

In December, the average day length in Bowen is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Bowen?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Bowen?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Bowen, Illinois, is 4.7h.

How high is the UV index in December in Bowen?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Bowen is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bowen, IL

Average temperature in December - Bowen, 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
Bowen, IL

Average pressure in December - Bowen, 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
Bowen, IL

Average wind speed in December - Bowen, 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
Bowen, IL

Average humidity in December - Bowen, 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
Bowen, IL

Average rainfall in December - Bowen, 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
Bowen, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Bowen, 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
Bowen, IL

Average snowfall in December - Bowen, 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
Bowen, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Bowen, 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
Bowen, IL

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

Average sunshine days in December - Bowen, 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
Bowen, IL

Average UV index in December - Bowen, 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
Bowen, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Bowen, 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
Bowen, IL

Average visibility in December - Bowen, 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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