December weather forecast
Akin, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Akin, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and max 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). During December, the average low-temperature is recorded at a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167.2 rainfall days, and 37.68" (957mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Akin, Illinois, in December, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow. In Akin, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.8 days and aggregates up to 6.57" (167mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Akin, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Akin is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Akin during December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Akin are 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Akin?

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

How much does it rain in Akin in December?

In Akin, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Akin in December?

In December, in Akin, it is snowing for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Akin?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Akin?

In December, the average day length in Akin, Illinois, is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Akin?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Akin?

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

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Akin?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Akin, Illinois, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Akin, IL

Average temperature in December - Akin, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°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°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.5°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 (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Akin, IL

Average pressure in December - Akin, 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
Akin, IL

Average wind speed in December - Akin, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Akin, IL

Average humidity in December - Akin, 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
Akin, IL

Average rainfall in December - Akin, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.92").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in December
Akin, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Akin, 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 January (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Akin, IL

Average snowfall in December - Akin, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Akin, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Akin, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.1 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
Akin, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Akin, IL

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Akin, IL

Average UV index in December - Akin, 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
Akin, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Akin, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

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

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Average visibility in December
Akin, IL

Average visibility in December - Akin, 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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