December weather forecast
Loves Park, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Loves Park, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.4°F (0.2°C) and min 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) to a wintry 32.4°F (0.2°C). The nighttime temperature, during December, averages of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Loves Park, in December, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Loves Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.8 days and collects up to 14.49" (368mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Loves Park, in December, snow falls for 8 days, with typically accumulated 0.94" (24mm) of snow. In Loves Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.3 days and aggregates up to 6.57" (167mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Loves Park, the average sunshine in December 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 32.4°F (0.2°C) and the low-temperature is 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Loves Park?

In Loves Park, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Loves Park, during December, the rain falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Loves Park, during December, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Loves Park?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

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

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Loves Park, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.4°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 (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Loves Park, IL

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Loves Park, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Loves Park, IL

Average humidity in December - Loves Park, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Loves Park, IL

Average rainfall in December - Loves Park, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Loves Park, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Loves Park, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Loves Park, IL

Average snowfall in December - Loves Park, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Loves Park, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Loves Park, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Loves 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Loves Park, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Loves Park, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Loves Park, IL

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Loves Park, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Loves Park, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Loves Park, IL

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

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

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