December weather forecast
Burr Ridge, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Burr Ridge, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and max 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C) in November to a wintry 35.2°F (1.8°C). Burr Ridge experiences an average low-temperature reading of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

November and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 8.5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Burr Ridge are January through April, October through December. In Burr Ridge, in December, during 9.6 snowfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Burr Ridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.1 days and aggregates up to 19.02" (483mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of December, in Burr Ridge, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 25.5°F (-3.6°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Burr Ridge, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the driest month?

November and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 8.5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in December?

In Burr Ridge, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Burr Ridge, in December, snow falls for 9.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Burr Ridge have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:31 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Burr Ridge have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration 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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Burr Ridge is 1. A UV Index reading 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
Burr Ridge, IL

Average temperature in December - Burr Ridge, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°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 (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.5°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 (18.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Burr Ridge, IL

Average pressure in December - Burr Ridge, 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
Burr Ridge, IL

Average wind speed in December - Burr Ridge, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Burr Ridge, IL

Average humidity in December - Burr Ridge, 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
Burr Ridge, IL

Average rainfall in December - Burr Ridge, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.61").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are November and December (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Burr Ridge, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Burr Ridge, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Burr Ridge, IL

Average snowfall in December - Burr Ridge, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Burr Ridge, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Burr Ridge, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 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
Burr Ridge, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Burr Ridge, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Burr Ridge, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Burr Ridge, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Burr Ridge, IL

Average UV index in December - Burr Ridge, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Burr Ridge, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Burr Ridge, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Burr Ridge, IL

Average visibility in December - Burr Ridge, 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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