December weather forecastLafayette, IL
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Lafayette, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and max 34.7°F (1.5°C).Temperature
The commencement of December involves a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C) in November to a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C). Lafayette experiences a mean temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) during December nights.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Lafayette is 82%.Rainfall
January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 7.9 days and typically aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of rain.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Lafayette, during December, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow. In Lafayette, during the entire year, snow falls for 37 days and aggregates up to 12.91" (328mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Lafayette, Illinois, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.UV index
In Lafayette, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Average temperature in December
Lafayette, IL
- Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Lafayette, IL
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Lafayette, IL
- Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Lafayette, IL
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Lafayette, IL
- Average rainfall in December: 1.42"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.42").
Average rainfall days in December
Lafayette, IL
- Average rainfall days in December: 7.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Lafayette, IL
- Average snowfall in December: 1.97"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Lafayette, IL
- Average snowfall days in December: 7.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 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
Lafayette, IL
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 18min
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 12min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Lafayette, IL
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Lafayette, IL
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Lafayette, IL
- Average cloud cover in December: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Lafayette, IL
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).
