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Weather in December

December presents itself as the onset of winter, with a stark contrast from the weather in November. The scenery dramatically changes with Albion enveloped in a white wintry cloak, a sight synonymous with this time of the year. The city witnesses cold and frosty days with opportunities for abundant snowfall, making way for winter amusement activities like skiing and ice-skating. The average high temperature continues to dip, going down to 33.4°F (0.8°C), highlighting the arrival of the cold days ahead. With Albion embracing the winter chill, December couples the cold weather with the warmth of the holiday season, year-end amalgamating into a blend of frosty palate and festive spirit.

Temperature

Albion experiences a clear temperature downturn in December, with average high-temperatures moving from a frosty 48°F (8.9°C) in November to a wintry 33.4°F (0.8°C). The mean low-temperature during December nights in Albion is a freezing cold 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.2 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 108.8 rainfall days, and 18.98" (482mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 6.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.3h.

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 ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 33.4°F (0.8°C) and the low-temperature is 20.8°F (-6.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Albion, during December, the rain falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.5 days and accumulates 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Albion, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Albion?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Albion have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What are the months 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.

How high is the UV index in December in Albion?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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YearJFMAMJJASONDecember
Nov
December
Jan
Average high temperature
48°F 8.9°C
33.4°F 0.8°C
30.6°F -0.8°C
Average low temperature
32.4°F 0.2°C
20.8°F -6.2°C
17.1°F -8.3°C
Average pressure
30.08" 764mmHg
30.13" 765mmHg
30.17" 766mmHg
Average wind speed
10.5mph 16.9km/h
10.7mph 17.2km/h
10.9mph 17.5km/h
Average max. wind speed
11.5mph 18.5km/h
11.5mph 18.5km/h
11.6mph 18.7km/h
Average wind speed gusts
17.1mph 27.5km/h
17.7mph 28.5km/h
18mph 29km/h
Average humidity
65%
77%
81%
Average rainfall
0.67" 17mm
1.22" 31mm
0.55" 14mm
Average rainfall days
3.7
3.2
3.3
Average snowfall
0.71" 18mm
3.9" 99mm
2.17" 55mm
Average snowfall days
2.3
6.5
7.3
Average daylight
9h 5min
9h 1min
9h 4min
Average sunshine
6h 1min
5h 2min
4h 5min
Average sunshine days
23.2
22.2
21
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
31%
42%
47%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in December
Albion, NE

Average temperature in December - Albion, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Albion, NE

Average pressure in December - Albion, NE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Albion, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Albion, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Albion, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Albion, NE

Average rainfall days in December - Albion, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Albion, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Albion, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Albion, NE

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Albion, NE
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Albion, NE

Average sunshine days in December - Albion, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Albion, NE

Average UV index in December - Albion, NE
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Albion, NE

Average cloud cover in December - Albion, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Albion, NE

Average visibility in December - Albion, NE
  • 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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