December weather forecast
Bradley, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bradley, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of December coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to a cold 36.1°F (2.3°C). During the nights in December, Bradley observes an average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Bradley, in December, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 0.35" (9mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 80.5 rainfall days, and 6.22" (158mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Bradley, in December, during 4.5 snowfall days, 0.16" (4mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 20.5 snowfall days, and 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Bradley, Illinois, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of December, in Bradley, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:32 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Bradley. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Bradley in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Bradley, is 36.1°F (2.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.9°F (-3.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bradley?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Bradley?

In December, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Bradley?

In Bradley, Illinois, during December, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bradley?

December has the shortest days of the year in Bradley, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Bradley have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Bradley?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bradley, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:32 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Bradley?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Bradley?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Bradley?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Bradley, Illinois, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Bradley, IL

Average temperature in December - Bradley, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Bradley, IL

Average pressure in December - Bradley, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bradley, IL

Average wind speed in December - Bradley, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Bradley, IL

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Bradley, IL

Average rainfall in December - Bradley, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Bradley, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Bradley, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bradley, IL

Average snowfall in December - Bradley, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bradley, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Bradley, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 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
Bradley, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bradley, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bradley, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Bradley, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Bradley, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Bradley, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Bradley, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Bradley, IL

Average visibility in December - Bradley, 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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