December weather forecast
Crestwood, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Crestwood, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and an average low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December involves a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C) in November to an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C). During the month of December, Crestwood identifies an average nighttime low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C), slightly lower than its daytime counterpart.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Crestwood, during December, snow falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow. In Crestwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.4 days and aggregates up to 11.61" (295mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Crestwood, Illinois.
On the first day of December in Crestwood, sunrise is at 6:59 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 Crestwood, Illinois, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Crestwood, Illinois, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Crestwood in December?

December temperatures in Crestwood, Illinois, vary between a high-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and a low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Crestwood?

The average relative humidity in December in Crestwood is 80%.

What is the driest month in Crestwood?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Crestwood?

In Crestwood, during December, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Crestwood?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in Crestwood?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Crestwood, Illinois.

How many hours of daylight does Crestwood have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Crestwood?

On the first day of December in Crestwood, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:59 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.

How many hours of sunshine does Crestwood have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Crestwood is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Crestwood?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Crestwood?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Crestwood is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Crestwood, IL

Average temperature in December - Crestwood, 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
Crestwood, IL

Average pressure in December - Crestwood, 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
Crestwood, IL

Average wind speed in December - Crestwood, 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
Crestwood, IL

Average humidity in December - Crestwood, 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
Crestwood, IL

Average rainfall in December - Crestwood, 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
Crestwood, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Crestwood, 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
Crestwood, IL

Average snowfall in December - Crestwood, 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
Crestwood, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Crestwood, 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
Crestwood, IL

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

Average sunshine days in December - Crestwood, 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
Crestwood, IL

Average UV index in December - Crestwood, 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
Crestwood, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Crestwood, 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
Crestwood, IL

Average visibility in December - Crestwood, 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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