December weather forecast
Godfrey, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Godfrey, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

December shows a mild decline in the average high-temperature, falling from November's fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C) to a wintry 41.2°F (5.1°C). During the nights in December, the temperature averages to a freezing cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Godfrey, in December, during 6.3 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Godfrey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.3 days and collects up to 18.9" (480mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Godfrey, in December, during 3.6 snowfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 17.9 snowfall days, and 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Godfrey, is 41.2°F (5.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Godfrey, in December, during 6.3 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Godfrey, in December, during 3.6 snowfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Godfrey have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Godfrey, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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 reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat 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
Godfrey, IL

Average temperature in December - Godfrey, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Godfrey, IL

Average pressure in December - Godfrey, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Godfrey, IL

Average wind speed in December - Godfrey, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Godfrey, IL

Average humidity in December - Godfrey, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Godfrey, IL

Average rainfall in December - Godfrey, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Godfrey, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Godfrey, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Godfrey, IL

Average snowfall in December - Godfrey, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Godfrey, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Godfrey, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.4 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
Godfrey, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Godfrey, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Godfrey, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Godfrey, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Godfrey, IL

Average UV index in December - Godfrey, 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
Godfrey, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Godfrey, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Godfrey, IL

Average visibility in December - Godfrey, 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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