December weather forecast
Alma, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Alma, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and an average low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

Transition from November to December is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C) to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). December in Alma is noted for a mean low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Alma is 78%.

Rainfall

In Alma, in December, during 7.6 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Alma, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.2 days and collects up to 15.08" (383mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Alma, in December, during 3.4 snowfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Alma, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.4 days and aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Alma is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, in Alma, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Alma. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Alma?

In December, in Alma, the average high-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Alma?

The average relative humidity in December in Alma, Illinois, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Alma in December?

In December, in Alma, Illinois, the rain falls for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Alma in December?

In December, in Alma, it is snowing for 3.4 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Alma?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Alma have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Alma?

On the first day of December in Alma, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Alma?

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

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Alma?

In Alma, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Alma, IL

Average temperature in December - Alma, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Alma, IL

Average pressure in December - Alma, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"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
Alma, IL

Average wind speed in December - Alma, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Alma, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, July and August (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Alma, IL

Average rainfall in December - Alma, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in December
Alma, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Alma, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Alma, IL

Average snowfall in December - Alma, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Alma, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Alma, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.1 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
Alma, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alma, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Alma, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Alma, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Alma, IL

Average UV index in December - Alma, 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
Alma, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Alma, IL

Average visibility in December - Alma, 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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