December weather forecast
Murphysboro, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Murphysboro, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). An average low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) is noted in Murphysboro during the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Murphysboro, there are 158.6 rainfall days, and 34.69" (881mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Murphysboro, Illinois, it is snowing for 3 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Murphysboro, there are 15.9 snowfall days, and 5.71" (145mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Murphysboro, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Murphysboro, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Murphysboro in December?

The high-temperature in Murphysboro during December is 43.7°F (6.5°C) and the low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Murphysboro?

In December, the average relative humidity in Murphysboro, Illinois, is 77%.

How much does it rain in Murphysboro in December?

In December, in Murphysboro, Illinois, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Murphysboro?

In Murphysboro, Illinois, during December, snow falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Murphysboro?

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

How many hours of daylight does Murphysboro have in December?

The average day length in December in Murphysboro, Illinois, is 9h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Murphysboro?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, in Murphysboro, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Murphysboro?

In Murphysboro, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Murphysboro?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Murphysboro?

In Murphysboro, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Murphysboro, IL

Average temperature in December - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Murphysboro, IL

Average pressure in December - Murphysboro, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Murphysboro, IL

Average wind speed in December - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Murphysboro, IL

Average humidity in December - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Murphysboro, IL

Average rainfall in December - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in December
Murphysboro, IL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Murphysboro, IL

Average snowfall in December - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

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

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Average snowfall days in December
Murphysboro, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.8 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
Murphysboro, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Murphysboro, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Murphysboro, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Murphysboro, IL

Average UV index in December - Murphysboro, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Murphysboro, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Murphysboro, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Murphysboro, IL

Average visibility in December - Murphysboro, 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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