December weather forecast
Oak Park, IL

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Weather in December

December in Oak Park, Illinois, experiences the return of winter in full swing, featuring increased snowfall of up to 2.52" (64mm). The city is covered in a pristine layer of snow, making for picturesque winterscapes. Daylight hours are the shortest of the year, causing early evenings and long nights. Outdoor decorations and street lights impart a festive glow against the snowy backdrop. December in Oak Park is imbued with holiday spirits, marked by outdoor ice rinks, festive markets, and joyous winter celebrations.

Temperature

December in Oak Park suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) in November to a cold 35.1°F (1.7°C). Oak Park records a mild decrease in temperature during the nights of December, averaging a freezing cold 26.6°F (-3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.2 days and accumulates 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Oak Park. In Oak Park, Illinois, in December, during 8.3 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Oak Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.3 days and aggregates up to 16.81" (427mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Oak Park.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Oak Park is 4.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Oak Park in December?

In December, in Oak Park, the average high-temperature is 35.1°F (1.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Oak Park?

The average relative humidity in December in Oak Park, Illinois, is 80%.

What is the driest month in Oak Park?

December is the month with the least rainfall in Oak Park, Illinois. Rain falls for 8.2 days and accumulates 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Oak Park in December?

In Oak Park, during December, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Oak Park in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Oak Park?

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

How many hours of daylight does Oak Park have in December?

In December, the average day length in Oak Park is 9h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Oak Park?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Oak Park?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Oak Park is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Oak Park?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Oak Park?

In Oak Park, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Oak Park, IL

Average temperature in December - Oak Park, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Oak Park, IL

Average pressure in December - Oak Park, 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
Oak Park, IL

Average wind speed in December - Oak Park, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Oak Park, IL

Average humidity in December - Oak Park, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Oak Park, IL

Average rainfall in December - Oak Park, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Oak Park, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Oak Park, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Oak Park, IL

Average snowfall in December - Oak Park, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Oak Park, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Oak Park, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Oak Park, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oak Park, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oak Park, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Oak Park, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Oak Park, IL

Average UV index in December - Oak Park, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Oak Park, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Oak Park, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Oak Park, IL

Average visibility in December - Oak Park, 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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