December weather forecast
Alden, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Alden, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 32°F (0°C) and min 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Temperature

December shows a mild decline in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) to a cold 32°F (0°C). December's average low-temperature reading settles at a freezing cold 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Alden. Rain falls for 7.9 days and accumulates 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in Alden, it is snowing for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 54.4 snowfall days, and 16.93" (430mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Alden in December has an average high-temperature of 32°F (0°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 7.9 days and typically collects 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Alden?

In Alden, in December, snow falls for 11.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:31 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Alden have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Alden, IL

Average temperature in December - Alden, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 32°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Alden, IL

Average pressure in December - Alden, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Alden, IL

Average wind speed in December - Alden, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Alden, IL

Average humidity in December - Alden, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Alden, IL

Average rainfall in December - Alden, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Alden, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Alden, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Alden, IL

Average snowfall in December - Alden, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Alden, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Alden, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alden, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Alden, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Alden, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Alden, IL

Average UV index in December - Alden, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Alden, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Alden, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Alden, IL

Average visibility in December - Alden, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July, August, September and December (5mi).

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