December weather forecast
Littleton, IL

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

A shift in Littleton's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C) to a wintry 38.3°F (3.5°C). Littleton anticipates an average minimum temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 7.4 days and typically collects 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Littleton, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Littleton, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.8 days and aggregates up to 11.54" (293mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Littleton, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:46 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 Littleton. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 7.4 days and typically collects 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Littleton, in December, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Littleton have in December?

In Littleton, the average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Littleton, 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
Littleton, IL

Average pressure in December - Littleton, 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
Littleton, IL

Average wind speed in December - Littleton, 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
Littleton, IL

Average humidity in December - Littleton, 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
Littleton, IL

Average rainfall in December - Littleton, 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
Littleton, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Littleton, 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
Littleton, IL

Average snowfall in December - Littleton, 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
Littleton, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Littleton, 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
Littleton, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Littleton, 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
Littleton, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Littleton, 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
Littleton, IL

Average UV index in December - Littleton, 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
Littleton, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Littleton, 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
Littleton, IL

Average visibility in December - Littleton, 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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