December weather forecast
Hazel Crest, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Hazel Crest, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.6°F (2°C) and an average low of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

December involves a decrease in temperature, down from a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C) in November to a cold 35.6°F (2°C). Hazel Crest experiences a steady low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In Hazel Crest, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 7.9 days and typically collects 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Hazel Crest, during December, snow falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 44.6 snowfall days, and 16.46" (418mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:17 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Hazel Crest, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 35.6°F (2°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Hazel Crest is 81%.

What is the driest month?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.9 days and accumulates 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Hazel Crest, during December, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Hazel Crest, during December, snow falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hazel Crest?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 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 long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Hazel Crest?

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

Average temperature in December - Hazel Crest, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°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 (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Hazel Crest, IL

Average pressure in December - Hazel Crest, 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
Hazel Crest, IL

Average wind speed in December - Hazel Crest, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Hazel Crest, IL

Average humidity in December - Hazel Crest, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Hazel Crest, IL

Average rainfall in December - Hazel Crest, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Hazel Crest, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Hazel Crest, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hazel Crest, IL

Average snowfall in December - Hazel Crest, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hazel Crest, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Hazel Crest, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hazel Crest, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hazel Crest, 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: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hazel Crest, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Hazel Crest, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Hazel Crest, IL

Average UV index in December - Hazel Crest, 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
Hazel Crest, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Hazel Crest, 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 30).

Average visibility in December
Hazel Crest, IL

Average visibility in December - Hazel Crest, 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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