December weather forecast
Buffalo Prairie, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Buffalo Prairie, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.5°F (1.4°C) and min 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in the average high-temperature is seen during December, decreasing from a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C) in November to an icy 34.5°F (1.4°C). The low-temperature average for Buffalo Prairie during December stands at a freezing cold 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Humidity

In Buffalo Prairie, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Buffalo Prairie. Rain falls for 6.6 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Buffalo Prairie. In Buffalo Prairie, in December, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Buffalo Prairie, Illinois, there are 35.4 snowfall days, and 8.35" (212mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Buffalo Prairie, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

In Buffalo Prairie, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Buffalo Prairie in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Buffalo Prairie, is 34.5°F (1.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 24.1°F (-4.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Buffalo Prairie?

In Buffalo Prairie, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the driest month in Buffalo Prairie?

December is the month with the least rainfall in Buffalo Prairie, Illinois. Rain falls for 6.6 days and accumulates 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Buffalo Prairie?

In Buffalo Prairie, during December, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Buffalo Prairie?

In Buffalo Prairie, Illinois, in December, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Buffalo Prairie?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Buffalo Prairie have in December?

In Buffalo Prairie, Illinois, the average day length in December is 9h and 15min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Buffalo Prairie?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Buffalo Prairie have in December?

In Buffalo Prairie, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Buffalo Prairie?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Buffalo Prairie, IL

Average temperature in December - Buffalo Prairie, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Buffalo Prairie, IL

Average pressure in December - Buffalo Prairie, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Buffalo Prairie, IL

Average wind speed in December - Buffalo Prairie, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Buffalo Prairie, IL

Average humidity in December - Buffalo Prairie, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Buffalo Prairie, IL

Average rainfall in December - Buffalo Prairie, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in December
Buffalo Prairie, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Buffalo Prairie, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Buffalo Prairie, IL

Average snowfall in December - Buffalo Prairie, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Buffalo Prairie, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Buffalo Prairie, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Buffalo Prairie, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Buffalo Prairie, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Buffalo Prairie, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Buffalo Prairie, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Buffalo Prairie, IL

Average UV index in December - Buffalo Prairie, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Buffalo Prairie, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Buffalo Prairie, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Buffalo Prairie, IL

Average visibility in December - Buffalo Prairie, 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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