December weather forecast
Bolingbrook, IL

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Weather in December

December in Bolingbrook signifies the full onset of winter with temperatures ranging from 24.6°F (-4.1°C) to 34.7°F (1.5°C). Snow starts to blanket the city, transforming it into a winter wonderland. The cold intensifies and daylight decreases further. Despite the snowfall and cold winds, the holiday season brings a unique charm to the city. Heavy winter clothing such as jackets, scarves, and gloves become essential.

Temperature

Bolingbrook's December weather shows a moderate shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C) to a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C). In December, Bolingbrook reports a consistent average low-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 7.1 days and typically collects 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Bolingbrook, during December, snow falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow. In Bolingbrook, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.4 days and aggregates up to 11.93" (303mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Bolingbrook, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Bolingbrook in December has an average high-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 7.1 days and typically collects 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Bolingbrook, in December, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, in Bolingbrook, it is snowing for 9.7 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Bolingbrook have in December?

In Bolingbrook, the average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:31 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Bolingbrook, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Bolingbrook, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Bolingbrook, IL

Average pressure in December - Bolingbrook, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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
Bolingbrook, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Bolingbrook, IL

Average humidity in December - Bolingbrook, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Bolingbrook, IL

Average rainfall in December - Bolingbrook, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Bolingbrook, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Bolingbrook, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bolingbrook, IL

Average snowfall in December - Bolingbrook, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bolingbrook, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Bolingbrook, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bolingbrook, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bolingbrook, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bolingbrook, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Bolingbrook, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Bolingbrook, IL

Average UV index in December - Bolingbrook, 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
Bolingbrook, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Bolingbrook, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Bolingbrook, IL

Average visibility in December - Bolingbrook, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).

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