December weather forecast
Matteson, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Matteson, 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

Matteson, Illinois, in December experiences a subtle temperature decline, with average high-temperatures reducing from a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C) in November to a wintry 35.6°F (2°C). The temperature dips to an average of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) during December nights.

Humidity

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 December, 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

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
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 4:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C) and a low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity 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 much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

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

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.

How many hours of daylight does Matteson have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

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 4:31 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Matteson have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Matteson, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Matteson, IL

Average temperature in December - Matteson, 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
Matteson, IL

Average pressure in December - Matteson, 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
Matteson, IL

Average wind speed in December - Matteson, 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
Matteson, IL

Average humidity in December - Matteson, 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
Matteson, IL

Average rainfall in December - Matteson, 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
Matteson, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Matteson, 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
Matteson, IL

Average snowfall in December - Matteson, 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
Matteson, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Matteson, 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
Matteson, IL

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

Average sunshine days in December - Matteson, 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
Matteson, IL

Average UV index in December - Matteson, 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
Matteson, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Matteson, 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
Matteson, IL

Average visibility in December - Matteson, 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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