December weather forecastKent, IL
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Kent, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.4°F (-5.9°C) and an average high of 31.6°F (-0.2°C).Temperature
Kent experiences a temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C). Throughout December, Kent witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C).Humidity
In Kent, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Kent, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.9 days and collects up to 22.8" (579mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Kent, in December, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.52" (64mm) of snow. In Kent, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.1 days and aggregates up to 13.62" (346mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Kent, the average sunshine in December is 4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Kent, IL
- Average high temperature in December: 31.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 21.4°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 (12.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Kent, IL
- Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Kent, IL
- Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Kent, IL
- Average humidity in December: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Kent, IL
- Average rainfall in December: 1.1"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").
Average rainfall days in December
Kent, IL
- Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Kent, IL
- Average snowfall in December: 2.52"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Kent, IL
- Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kent, IL
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 6min
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 6min).
- 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 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Kent, IL
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Kent, IL
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Kent, IL
- Average cloud cover in December: 59
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in December
Kent, IL
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and August (5mi).
