December weather forecast
Homewood, IL

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

December is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C) in November to a cold 35.6°F (2°C). December nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Homewood are January through April, October through December. In December, in Homewood, it is snowing for 9.1 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 44.6 snowfall days, and 16.46" (418mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Homewood, 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 December, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Homewood in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Homewood, records 35.6°F (2°C), while the low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Homewood?

In December, the average relative humidity in Homewood, Illinois, is 81%.

What is the driest month in Homewood?

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

How much does it rain in Homewood in December?

In Homewood, Illinois, in December, during 7.9 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Homewood?

In December, in Homewood, Illinois, it is snowing for 9.1 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Homewood?

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

How many hours of daylight does Homewood have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Homewood?

On the first day of December in Homewood, 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 many hours of sunshine does Homewood have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Homewood, Illinois, is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Homewood?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Homewood?

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

Average temperature in December - Homewood, 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
Homewood, IL

Average pressure in December - Homewood, 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
Homewood, IL

Average wind speed in December - Homewood, 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
Homewood, IL

Average humidity in December - Homewood, 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
Homewood, IL

Average rainfall in December - Homewood, 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
Homewood, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Homewood, 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
Homewood, IL

Average snowfall in December - Homewood, 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
Homewood, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Homewood, 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
Homewood, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Homewood, 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
Homewood, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Homewood, 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
Homewood, IL

Average UV index in December - Homewood, 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
Homewood, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Homewood, 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
Homewood, IL

Average visibility in December - Homewood, 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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