December weather forecast
Bradford, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Bradford, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C) to an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C). During December, the average low-temperature is recorded at a subzero cold 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 7.9 days and typically aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Bradford, in December, during 7.3 snowfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37 snowfall days, and 12.91" (328mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Bradford in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Bradford, records 34.7°F (1.5°C), while the low-temperature is 24.1°F (-4.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

What is the driest month?

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 7.9 days and typically aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Bradford, in December, snow falls for 7.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Bradford have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Bradford, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from 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
Bradford, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Bradford, IL

Average pressure in December - Bradford, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bradford, IL

Average wind speed in December - Bradford, 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 (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Bradford, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Bradford, IL

Average rainfall in December - Bradford, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
Bradford, IL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bradford, IL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bradford, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Bradford, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 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
Bradford, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bradford, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bradford, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Bradford, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Bradford, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Bradford, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Bradford, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Bradford, IL

Average visibility in December - Bradford, 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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