December weather forecastWest Frankfort, IL
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in West Frankfort, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C).Temperature
West Frankfort in December demonstrates a small temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). In the month of December, the temperature in West Frankfort generally rests at an average low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).Humidity
In West Frankfort, 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. In West Frankfort, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.2 days and collects up to 37.68" (957mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in West Frankfort. In West Frankfort, in December, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow. In West Frankfort, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.8 days and aggregates up to 6.57" (167mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December in West Frankfort, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.
Sunshine
In West Frankfort, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
West Frankfort, 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).
Average pressure in December
West Frankfort, 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).
Average wind speed in December
West Frankfort, 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).
Average humidity in December
West Frankfort, 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%).
Average rainfall in December
West Frankfort, 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").
Average rainfall days in December
West Frankfort, 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).
Average snowfall in December
West Frankfort, 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").
Average snowfall days in December
West Frankfort, 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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Frankfort, IL
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 48min
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).
Average sunshine days in December
West Frankfort, 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).
Average UV index in December
West Frankfort, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
West Frankfort, 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).
Average visibility in December
West Frankfort, 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).
