December weather forecast
Prospect Heights, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Prospect Heights, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25°F (-3.9°C) and max 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C). December brings an average low-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C) to Prospect Heights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 8.5 days and typically collects 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Prospect Heights, in December, snow falls for 9.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.52" (64mm) of snow. In Prospect Heights, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.6 days and aggregates up to 17.95" (456mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Prospect Heights, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

Prospect Heights in December has an average high-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

What is the driest month?

December is the month with the least rainfall in Prospect Heights. Rain falls for 8.5 days and accumulates 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Prospect Heights, in December, snow falls for 9.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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 Prospect Heights, the average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

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, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Prospect Heights have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Prospect Heights, IL

Average temperature in December - Prospect Heights, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in December
Prospect Heights, IL

Average pressure in December - Prospect Heights, 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
Prospect Heights, IL

Average wind speed in December - Prospect Heights, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Prospect Heights, IL

Average humidity in December - Prospect Heights, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Prospect Heights, IL

Average rainfall in December - Prospect Heights, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Prospect Heights, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Prospect Heights, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Prospect Heights, IL

Average snowfall in December - Prospect Heights, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Prospect Heights, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Prospect Heights, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Prospect Heights, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Prospect Heights, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Prospect Heights, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Prospect Heights, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Prospect Heights, IL

Average UV index in December - Prospect Heights, 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
Prospect Heights, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Prospect Heights, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Prospect Heights, IL

Average visibility in December - Prospect Heights, 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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