December weather forecastBuncombe, IL

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Buncombe, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.7°F (0.4°C) and 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C). Buncombe anticipates an average minimum temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

In Buncombe, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Buncombe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.3 days and collects up to 13.03" (331mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Buncombe, in December, snow falls for 1.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Buncombe, during the entire year, snow falls for 11 days and aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Buncombe are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in December, in Buncombe, records 44.8°F (7.1°C), while the low-temperature is 32.7°F (0.4°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

In Buncombe, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

In Buncombe, during December, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

In December, it is snowing for 1.9 days. Throughout December, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is accumulated.

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

In Buncombe, the average day length in December is 9h and 38min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

In Buncombe, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Buncombe, IL

  • Average high temperature in December: 44.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Buncombe, IL

  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Buncombe, IL

  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Buncombe, IL

  • Average humidity in December: 78%

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

Average rainfall in December
Buncombe, IL

  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Buncombe, IL

  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February and December (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Buncombe, IL

  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Buncombe, IL

  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 48min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Buncombe, IL

  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Buncombe, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Buncombe, IL

  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Buncombe, 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).