December weather forecast
Kildeer, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Kildeer, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.4°F (0.8°C) and min 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) in November to a cold 33.4°F (0.8°C). An average low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) marks the nights throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Kildeer, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.1 days and collects up to 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Kildeer. In Kildeer, during December, snow falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow. In Kildeer, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.5 days and aggregates up to 22.95" (583mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Kildeer is 4h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Kildeer experiences an average high-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and a low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Kildeer, in December, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Kildeer, during December, snow falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Kildeer, the average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Kildeer, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

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 intensity in December?

In Kildeer, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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 rainfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Kildeer, IL

Average temperature in December - Kildeer, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Kildeer, IL

Average pressure in December - Kildeer, 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
Kildeer, IL

Average wind speed in December - Kildeer, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Kildeer, IL

Average humidity in December - Kildeer, 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
Kildeer, IL

Average rainfall in December - Kildeer, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Kildeer, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Kildeer, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kildeer, IL

Average snowfall in December - Kildeer, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kildeer, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Kildeer, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kildeer, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kildeer, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kildeer, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Kildeer, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Kildeer, IL

Average UV index in December - Kildeer, 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
Kildeer, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Kildeer, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

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 31).

Average visibility in December
Kildeer, IL

Average visibility in December - Kildeer, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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