December weather forecast
Astoria, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Astoria, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

In the transition to December, Astoria observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C) in November to a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C). During December, Astoria records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C).

Humidity

In Astoria, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Astoria. Rain falls for 7.4 days and accumulates 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, in Astoria, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 27.8 snowfall days, and 11.54" (293mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Astoria is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Astoria. 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: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Astoria in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Astoria are 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Astoria?

The average relative humidity in December in Astoria is 78%.

What is the driest month in Astoria?

December is the month with the least rainfall in Astoria, Illinois. Rain falls for 7.4 days and accumulates 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Astoria?

In Astoria, during December, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Astoria?

In Astoria, Illinois, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Astoria?

The month with the shortest days in Astoria, Illinois, is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Astoria have in December?

The average day length in December in Astoria is 9h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Astoria?

On the first day of December in Astoria, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Astoria have in December?

In Astoria, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Astoria?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Astoria?

In Astoria, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Astoria, IL

Average temperature in December - Astoria, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Astoria, IL

Average pressure in December - Astoria, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Astoria, IL

Average wind speed in December - Astoria, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Astoria, IL

Average humidity in December - Astoria, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Astoria, IL

Average rainfall in December - Astoria, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Astoria, IL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Astoria, IL

Average snowfall in December - Astoria, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

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
Astoria, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Astoria, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 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
Astoria, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Astoria, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Astoria, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Astoria, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Astoria, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Astoria, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Astoria, IL

Average visibility in December - Astoria, 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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