December weather forecast
Blue Island, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Blue Island, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

Transition into December marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C) in November to a cold 35.2°F (1.8°C). Blue Island maintains an average low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) throughout December's nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Blue Island is 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 7.4 days and typically collects 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Blue Island are January through April, October through December. In Blue Island, during December, snow falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 42.4 snowfall days, and 11.61" (295mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 6:58 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Blue Island is 4.2h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Blue Island?

December temperatures in Blue Island vary between a high-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and a low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Blue Island?

In Blue Island, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the driest month in Blue Island?

December is the month with the least rainfall in Blue Island. Rain falls for 7.4 days and accumulates 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Blue Island in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Blue Island?

In Blue Island, in December, during 9.4 snowfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Blue Island?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Blue Island?

The average day length in December in Blue Island, Illinois, is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Blue Island?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Blue Island, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Blue Island have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Blue Island?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Blue Island?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Blue Island, IL

Average temperature in December - Blue Island, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Blue Island, IL

Average pressure in December - Blue Island, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Blue Island, IL

Average wind speed in December - Blue Island, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Blue Island, IL

Average humidity in December - Blue Island, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Blue Island, IL

Average rainfall in December - Blue Island, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Blue Island, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Blue Island, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Blue Island, IL

Average snowfall in December - Blue Island, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Blue Island, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Blue Island, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Blue Island, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Blue Island, IL
  • 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Blue Island, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Blue Island, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Blue Island, IL

Average UV index in December - Blue Island, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Blue Island, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Blue Island, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Blue Island, IL

Average visibility in December - Blue Island, 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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