December weather forecast
Albany, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Albany, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and max 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) in November to a wintry 33.6°F (0.9°C). During December, the average low-temperature is a subzero cold 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Humidity

In Albany, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Albany, in December, during 5.9 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 126.2 rainfall days, and 19.37" (492mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.3 snowfall days, and 8.98" (228mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

In Albany, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

Albany in December has an average high-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Albany, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Albany, during December, the rain falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Albany, in December, during 6.7 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Albany?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Albany, the average day length in December is 9h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Albany, IL

Average temperature in December - Albany, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Albany, IL

Average pressure in December - Albany, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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
Albany, IL

Average wind speed in December - Albany, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Albany, IL

Average humidity in December - Albany, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Albany, IL

Average rainfall in December - Albany, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Albany, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Albany, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Albany, IL

Average snowfall in December - Albany, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Albany, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Albany, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 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
Albany, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Albany, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Albany, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Albany, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Albany, IL

Average UV index in December - Albany, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Albany, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Albany, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Albany, IL

Average visibility in December - Albany, 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).

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