December weather forecast
Kent, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Kent, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C) in November to a freezing cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C). December nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Humidity

In Kent, Illinois, 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, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.9 days and collects up to 22.8" (579mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Kent are January through April, October through December. In December, in Kent, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 50.1 snowfall days, and 13.62" (346mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Kent, Illinois. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Kent?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Kent, is 31.6°F (-0.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Kent?

The average relative humidity in December in Kent is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Kent?

In Kent, during December, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Kent?

In Kent, Illinois, in December, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kent?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Kent, Illinois.

How many hours of daylight does Kent have in December?

The average day length in December in Kent is 9h and 9min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Kent?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, in Kent, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Kent have in December?

In Kent, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Kent?

The months with the lowest UV index in Kent are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Kent?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Kent, IL

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).

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Average pressure in December
Kent, IL

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Kent, IL

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).

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Average humidity in December
Kent, IL

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Kent, IL

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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Kent, IL

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).

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Average snowfall in December
Kent, IL

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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Kent, IL

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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kent, 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 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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Kent, IL

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).

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Average UV index in December
Kent, IL

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Kent, IL

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).

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Average visibility in December
Kent, IL

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).

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