December weather forecast
Minooka, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Minooka, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and an average high of 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather shows a temperature decrease, transitioning from a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C) in November to a cold 35.6°F (2°C). Minooka experiences a nighttime temperature average of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) during December.

Humidity

In Minooka, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Minooka, Illinois, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Minooka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.5 days and collects up to 32.68" (830mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.3 snowfall days, and 14.53" (369mm) 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 Minooka, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures in Minooka vary between a high-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C) and a low-temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°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 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Minooka, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Minooka, in December, snow falls for 7.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Minooka?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Minooka?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Minooka have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Minooka, IL

Average temperature in December - Minooka, 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 (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Minooka, IL

Average pressure in December - Minooka, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Minooka, IL

Average wind speed in December - Minooka, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Minooka, IL

Average humidity in December - Minooka, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, July and August (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Minooka, IL

Average rainfall in December - Minooka, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Minooka, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Minooka, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Minooka, IL

Average snowfall in December - Minooka, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Minooka, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Minooka, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Minooka, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Minooka, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Minooka, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Minooka, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Minooka, IL

Average UV index in December - Minooka, 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
Minooka, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Minooka, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Minooka, IL

Average visibility in December - Minooka, 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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