December weather forecastHamel, IL
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Hamel, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and an average high of 41.4°F (5.2°C).Temperature
Hamel's December weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C) in November to a cold 41.4°F (5.2°C). In the month of December, Hamel's average low-temperature falls to a freezing cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Hamel is 77%.Rainfall
In Hamel, in December, it is raining for 6.7 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hamel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138 days and collects up to 23.9" (607mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Hamel, in December, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Hamel, there are 18.6 snowfall days, and 4.53" (115mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Hamel is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of December in Hamel, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Hamel, 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. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Hamel, IL
- Average high temperature in December: 41.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 29.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Hamel, 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 (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Hamel, IL
- Average wind speed in December: 9mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Hamel, IL
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Hamel, IL
- Average rainfall in December: 1.38"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").
Average rainfall days in December
Hamel, IL
- Average rainfall days in December: 6.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Hamel, IL
- Average snowfall in December: 0.91"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Hamel, IL
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 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
Hamel, IL
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
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 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Hamel, IL
- Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Hamel, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Hamel, IL
- Average cloud cover in December: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in December
Hamel, 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).
