December weather forecast
Grandwood Park, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Grandwood Park, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the average high-temperature recedes from November's chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) to a wintry 33.6°F (0.9°C). In December, the recorded average low-temperature is a subzero cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 8.2 days and typically collects 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Grandwood Park, in December, snow falls for 10.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.17" (55mm) of snow. In Grandwood Park, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.5 days and aggregates up to 13.54" (344mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:29 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Grandwood Park, the average high-temperature is 33.6°F (0.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Grandwood Park, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the driest month?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.2 days and accumulates 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Grandwood Park, in December, during 8.2 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Grandwood Park, during December, snow falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Grandwood Park, the average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Grandwood Park?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:29 pm CST.

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

In December, the average sunshine duration 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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Grandwood Park, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Grandwood Park, IL

Average pressure in December - Grandwood Park, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Grandwood Park, IL

Average wind speed in December - Grandwood Park, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Grandwood Park, IL

Average humidity in December - Grandwood Park, 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 (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Grandwood Park, IL

Average rainfall in December - Grandwood Park, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Grandwood Park, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Grandwood Park, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 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 days).

Average snowfall in December
Grandwood Park, IL

Average snowfall in December - Grandwood Park, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Grandwood Park, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Grandwood Park, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Grandwood 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Grandwood Park, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Grandwood Park, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Grandwood Park, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Grandwood Park, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Grandwood Park, IL

Average visibility in December - Grandwood Park, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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