December weather forecast
Buffalo, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Buffalo, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.7°F (3.7°C) and min 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Buffalo's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's fresh 50°F (10°C) to a cold 38.7°F (3.7°C). Throughout the month of December, Buffalo witnesses an average temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.6 days and accumulates 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 24.5 snowfall days, and 5.51" (140mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:43 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. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and a low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

What is the driest month?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.6 days and accumulates 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Buffalo, in December, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Buffalo, during December, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 24min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Buffalo, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Buffalo, IL

Average temperature in December - Buffalo, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Buffalo, IL

Average pressure in December - Buffalo, 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
Buffalo, IL

Average wind speed in December - Buffalo, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Buffalo, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Buffalo, IL

Average rainfall in December - Buffalo, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Buffalo, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Buffalo, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Buffalo, IL

Average snowfall in December - Buffalo, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Buffalo, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Buffalo, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.8 days

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Buffalo, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Buffalo, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Buffalo, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Buffalo, IL

Average UV index in December - Buffalo, 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
Buffalo, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Buffalo, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Buffalo, IL

Average visibility in December - Buffalo, 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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