December weather forecastAlsey, IL

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Alsey, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.2°F (4°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) to an icy 39.2°F (4°C). Alsey experiences an average low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) in month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January, February and December Rain falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 1.73" (44mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated. In Alsey, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.2 days and aggregates up to 10.75" (273mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Alsey, the average sunshine in December 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in December, in Alsey, is 39.2°F (4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27.9°F (-2.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

The months with the least rainfall are January, February and December Rain falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 1.73" (44mm) of rain.

In Alsey, during December, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

In Alsey, in December, snow falls for 5.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

The average day length in December is 9h and 26min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

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

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

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Alsey, IL

  • Average high temperature in December: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Alsey, IL

  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Alsey, IL

  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Alsey, IL

  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Alsey, IL

  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Alsey, IL

  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Alsey, IL

  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Alsey, IL

  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Alsey, IL

  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Alsey, IL

  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Alsey, IL

  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Alsey, 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).