December weather forecast
Laura, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Laura, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 35.8°F (2.1°C) and min 25°F (-3.9°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C) in November to an icy 35.8°F (2.1°C). The average temperature during December nights in Laura is registered at a subzero cold 25°F (-3.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Laura, Illinois, during December, the rain falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. In Laura, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.8 days and collects up to 13.98" (355mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Laura, during December, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26.8 snowfall days, and 6.26" (159mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Laura.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, in Laura, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Laura?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Laura, Illinois, are 35.8°F (2.1°C) and 25°F (-3.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Laura?

The average relative humidity in December in Laura is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Laura?

In Laura, Illinois, during December, the rain falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Laura in December?

In Laura, in December, snow falls for 5.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Laura?

The month with the shortest days in Laura, Illinois, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Laura have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Laura?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Laura?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Laura?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Laura?

In Laura, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. 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
Laura, IL

Average temperature in December - Laura, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Laura, IL

Average pressure in December - Laura, 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 (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Laura, IL

Average wind speed in December - Laura, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Laura, IL

Average humidity in December - Laura, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Laura, IL

Average rainfall in December - Laura, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in December
Laura, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Laura, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Laura, IL

Average snowfall in December - Laura, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Laura, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Laura, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 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
Laura, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Laura, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Laura, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Laura, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Laura, IL

Average UV index in December - Laura, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Laura, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Laura, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Laura, IL

Average visibility in December - Laura, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).

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