December weather forecast
Ford Heights, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ford Heights, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.6°F (2°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Ford Heights's average high-temperature adjusts, receding from November's frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C) to a wintry 35.6°F (2°C). During the month of December, the temperature falls to an average of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

In Ford Heights, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Ford Heights, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ford Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.4 days and collects up to 35" (889mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Ford Heights, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is accumulated. In Ford Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.8 days and aggregates up to 20.04" (509mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Ford Heights, 35.6°F (2°C) is the average high-temperature and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Ford Heights, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Ford Heights, during December, snow falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ford Heights?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ford Heights have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

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 7:16 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ford Heights have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4h.

What is the month with 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 reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ford Heights, IL

Average temperature in December - Ford Heights, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°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 (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Ford Heights, IL

Average pressure in December - Ford Heights, 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
Ford Heights, IL

Average wind speed in December - Ford Heights, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Ford Heights, IL

Average humidity in December - Ford Heights, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

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

Average rainfall in December
Ford Heights, IL

Average rainfall in December - Ford Heights, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Ford Heights, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Ford Heights, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ford Heights, IL

Average snowfall in December - Ford Heights, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ford Heights, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Ford Heights, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ford Heights, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ford Heights, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ford Heights, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Ford Heights, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Ford Heights, IL

Average UV index in December - Ford Heights, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Ford Heights, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Ford Heights, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Ford Heights, IL

Average visibility in December - Ford Heights, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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