December weather forecastLeonore, IL
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Leonore, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.6°F (2°C) and an average low of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).Temperature
Leonore's December weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to a wintry 35.6°F (2°C). The average low-temperature, in December, is a freezing cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 6.9 days and typically collects 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated. In Leonore, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.9 days and aggregates up to 12.91" (328mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Leonore, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Leonore, IL
- Average high temperature in December: 35.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 25.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Leonore, IL
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Leonore, IL
- Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Leonore, IL
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Leonore, IL
- Average rainfall in December: 1.18"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.18").
Average rainfall days in December
Leonore, IL
- Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Leonore, IL
- Average snowfall in December: 1.46"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Leonore, IL
- Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Leonore, IL
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 18min
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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Leonore, IL
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Leonore, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Leonore, IL
- Average cloud cover in December: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in December
Leonore, 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).
