December weather forecast
Norwood, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Norwood, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and an average low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C) in November to an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature dips to a subzero cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.2 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Norwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.2 days and collects up to 17.24" (438mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Norwood are January through April, October through December. In Norwood, in December, during 5.9 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 26.7 snowfall days, and 7.09" (180mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and a low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Norwood, Illinois, during December, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Norwood, during December, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Norwood, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Norwood?

The average sunshine duration in December in Norwood, Illinois, is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Norwood, Illinois, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Norwood, IL

Average temperature in December - Norwood, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Norwood, IL

Average pressure in December - Norwood, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Norwood, IL

Average wind speed in December - Norwood, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Norwood, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Norwood, IL

Average rainfall in December - Norwood, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Norwood, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Norwood, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Norwood, IL

Average snowfall in December - Norwood, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Norwood, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Norwood, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9 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
Norwood, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Norwood, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Norwood, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Norwood, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Norwood, IL

Average UV index in December - Norwood, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Norwood, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Norwood, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Norwood, IL

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

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

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