December weather forecast
Romeoville, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Romeoville, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and an average high of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C) in November to a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C). Throughout December, the nighttime temperature averages to a freezing cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.1 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Romeoville, in December, snow falls for 9.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow. In Romeoville, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.4 days and aggregates up to 11.93" (303mm) 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 7:00 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:32 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Romeoville, Illinois, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Romeoville, records 34.7°F (1.5°C), while the low-temperature is 24.6°F (-4.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the driest month?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.1 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Romeoville, during December, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 9.7 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) 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 December, the average day length is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:32 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Romeoville have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Romeoville?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Romeoville, IL

Average pressure in December - Romeoville, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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
Romeoville, IL

Average wind speed in December - Romeoville, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Romeoville, IL

Average humidity in December - Romeoville, 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 (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Romeoville, IL

Average rainfall in December - Romeoville, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Romeoville, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Romeoville, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Romeoville, IL

Average snowfall in December - Romeoville, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Romeoville, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Romeoville, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Romeoville, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Romeoville, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Romeoville, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Romeoville, IL

Average UV index in December - Romeoville, 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
Romeoville, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Romeoville, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Romeoville, IL

Average visibility in December - Romeoville, 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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