December weather forecast
Harwood Heights, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Harwood Heights, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C) in November to a wintry 35.1°F (1.7°C). During the December nights, Harwood Heights's temperature maintains an average close to the daytime highs, settling at a subzero cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 4.5 days and typically collects 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Harwood Heights, during December, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Harwood Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.5 days and aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Harwood Heights, is 35.1°F (1.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the driest month in Harwood Heights?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Harwood Heights, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 0.16" (4mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

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

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

What is the month 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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average temperature in December
Harwood Heights, IL

Average temperature in December - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Harwood Heights, IL

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

Average wind speed in December - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Harwood Heights, IL

Average humidity in December - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Harwood Heights, IL

Average rainfall in December - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.31").

Average rainfall days in December
Harwood Heights, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Harwood Heights, IL

Average snowfall in December - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Harwood Heights, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Harwood Heights, 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: 3h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Harwood Heights, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Harwood Heights, IL

Average UV index in December - Harwood Heights, 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
Harwood Heights, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Harwood Heights, 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 28).

Average visibility in December
Harwood Heights, IL

Average visibility in December - Harwood Heights, 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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