December weather forecast
Knoxville, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Knoxville, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C) to an icy 35.4°F (1.9°C). During December, Knoxville experiences an average low-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and December Rain falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 0.47" (12mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Knoxville are January through April, October through December. In Knoxville, during December, snow falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Knoxville, during the entire year, snow falls for 28 days and aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) 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 December in Knoxville, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Knoxville, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Knoxville in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Knoxville, Illinois, during December are 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 24.6°F (-4.1°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Knoxville?

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

What is the driest month in Knoxville?

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 4.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Knoxville in December?

In December, in Knoxville, Illinois, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Knoxville in December?

In Knoxville, in December, during 6 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Knoxville?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Knoxville, Illinois.

How many hours of daylight does Knoxville have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Knoxville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Knoxville?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Knoxville?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Knoxville?

In Knoxville, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Knoxville, IL

Average temperature in December - Knoxville, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.4°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 (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Knoxville, IL

Average pressure in December - Knoxville, 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
Knoxville, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Knoxville, IL

Average humidity in December - Knoxville, 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
Knoxville, IL

Average rainfall in December - Knoxville, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in December
Knoxville, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Knoxville, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Knoxville, IL

Average snowfall in December - Knoxville, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Knoxville, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Knoxville, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Knoxville, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Knoxville, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Knoxville, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Knoxville, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Knoxville, IL

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Knoxville, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Knoxville, 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
Knoxville, IL

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

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

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