December weather forecast
Northfield, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Northfield, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and max 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Temperature

During the transition into December, Northfield observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a wintry 34.9°F (1.6°C). During December's nights, Northfield notes a minor temperature decline, reaching an average of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.1 days and accumulates 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Northfield, during December, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47.6 snowfall days, and 17.8" (452mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of December, in Northfield, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:29 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Northfield experiences an average high-temperature of 34.9°F (1.6°C) and a low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Northfield, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 9.1 days and typically collects 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Northfield, in December, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, in Northfield, it is snowing for 10 days. Throughout December, 2.99" (76mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:29 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Northfield have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Northfield, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Northfield, IL

Average temperature in December - Northfield, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Northfield, IL

Average pressure in December - Northfield, 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
Northfield, IL

Average wind speed in December - Northfield, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Northfield, IL

Average humidity in December - Northfield, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Northfield, IL

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

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Northfield, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Northfield, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Northfield, IL

Average snowfall in December - Northfield, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Northfield, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Northfield, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Northfield, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Northfield, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Northfield, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Northfield, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Northfield, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Northfield, 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 and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Northfield, IL

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

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

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