December weather forecast
Franklin Park, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Franklin Park, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.7°F (1.5°C) and min 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of December introduces a moderate change in Franklin Park's weather, with average high-temperatures falling from November's chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) to a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C). Throughout the nights in December, Franklin Park experiences an average low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Humidity

In Franklin Park, Illinois, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 7.1 days and typically collects 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 44.8 snowfall days, and 12.83" (326mm) 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 7:00 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Franklin Park, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Franklin Park, in December, the average high-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Franklin Park, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the driest month in Franklin Park?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.1 days and accumulates 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Franklin Park, in December, during 7.1 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Franklin Park, during December, snow falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) 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 Franklin Park have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Franklin Park, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Franklin Park have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Franklin Park is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Franklin Park, Illinois.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Franklin Park, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Franklin Park, IL

Average pressure in December - Franklin Park, 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
Franklin Park, IL

Average wind speed in December - Franklin Park, 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 (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Franklin Park, IL

Average humidity in December - Franklin Park, 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
Franklin Park, IL

Average rainfall in December - Franklin Park, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Franklin Park, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Franklin Park, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Franklin Park, IL

Average snowfall in December - Franklin Park, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Franklin Park, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Franklin Park, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Franklin Park, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Franklin Park, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Franklin Park, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Franklin Park, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Franklin Park, IL

Average UV index in December - Franklin Park, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Franklin Park, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Franklin Park, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Franklin Park, IL

Average visibility in December - Franklin Park, 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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