December weather forecast
Alpha, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Alpha, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and max 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Alpha's weather changes as the average high-temperature falls from a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C) in November to a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C). December nights observe an average temperature dip to a subzero cold 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Alpha is December, when the rain falls for 7.4 days and typically collects 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Alpha. In Alpha, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.97" (50mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Alpha, there are 36.5 snowfall days, and 13.5" (343mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Alpha, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Alpha, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Alpha, Illinois, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Alpha in December?

The high-temperature in Alpha during December is 34.7°F (1.5°C) and the low-temperature is 24.1°F (-4.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Alpha?

The average relative humidity in December in Alpha is 81%.

What is the driest month in Alpha?

The month with the least rainfall in Alpha, Illinois, is December, when the rain falls for 7.4 days and typically collects 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Alpha in December?

In Alpha, in December, during 7.4 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Alpha in December?

In Alpha, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Alpha?

The month with the shortest days in Alpha, Illinois, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Alpha have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Alpha?

On the first day of December in Alpha, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Alpha have in December?

In Alpha, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Alpha?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Alpha?

In Alpha, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Alpha, IL

Average temperature in December - Alpha, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Alpha, IL

Average pressure in December - Alpha, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Alpha, IL

Average wind speed in December - Alpha, 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 (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Alpha, IL

Average humidity in December - Alpha, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Alpha, IL

Average rainfall in December - Alpha, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Alpha, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Alpha, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Alpha, IL

Average snowfall in December - Alpha, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Alpha, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Alpha, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alpha, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Alpha, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Alpha, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Alpha, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Alpha, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Alpha, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Alpha, IL

Average visibility in December - Alpha, 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).

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