December weather forecast
Lusk, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Lusk, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

As Lusk enters December, the average high-temperature decreases from the a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) of November to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). During December nights, Lusk records an average temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Lusk, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. In Lusk, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.7 days and collects up to 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lusk, Illinois, are January through April, November and December. In Lusk, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Lusk, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.5 days and aggregates up to 6.5" (165mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Lusk, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index 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 maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Lusk in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Lusk, is 44.1°F (6.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lusk?

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

How much does it rain in Lusk in December?

In Lusk, Illinois, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Lusk?

In Lusk, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lusk?

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

How many hours of daylight does Lusk have in December?

The average day length in December in Lusk, Illinois, is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Lusk?

On the first day of December in Lusk, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lusk?

With an average of 4.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Lusk, Illinois.

How many hours of sunshine does Lusk have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Lusk?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Lusk?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Lusk is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lusk, IL

Average temperature in December - Lusk, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°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 (26.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Lusk, IL

Average pressure in December - Lusk, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Lusk, IL

Average wind speed in December - Lusk, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Lusk, IL

Average humidity in December - Lusk, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lusk, IL

Average rainfall in December - Lusk, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in December
Lusk, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Lusk, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Lusk, IL

Average snowfall in December - Lusk, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Lusk, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Lusk, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lusk, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lusk, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Lusk, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Lusk, IL

Average UV index in December - Lusk, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Lusk, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Lusk, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

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

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Average visibility in December
Lusk, IL

Average visibility in December - Lusk, 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).

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