December weather forecast
Mundelein, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mundelein, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and max 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Temperature

Mundelein's weather in December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from November's chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C) to a cold 33.6°F (0.9°C). Mundelein usually reports an average low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) during the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

November and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 7.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Mundelein, in December, during 10.4 snowfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Mundelein, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.2 days and aggregates up to 18.86" (479mm) of snow.

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 7:01 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:29 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 33.6°F (0.9°C) and the low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are November and December Rain falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 1.3" (33mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in December?

In Mundelein, in December, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Mundelein have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Mundelein?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mundelein, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:29 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mundelein have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Mundelein is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Mundelein, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Mundelein, IL

Average temperature in December - Mundelein, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.3°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 (16.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Mundelein, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Mundelein, IL

Average wind speed in December - Mundelein, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Mundelein, IL

Average humidity in December - Mundelein, 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
Mundelein, IL

Average rainfall in December - Mundelein, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are November and December (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Mundelein, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Mundelein, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mundelein, IL

Average snowfall in December - Mundelein, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.55").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mundelein, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Mundelein, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

Average sunshine days in December - Mundelein, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Mundelein, IL

Average UV index in December - Mundelein, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Mundelein, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Mundelein, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Mundelein, IL

Average visibility in December - Mundelein, 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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