December weather forecast
Round Lake Heights, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Round Lake Heights, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Temperature

December brings a drop in Round Lake Heights's average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) in November to a cold 33.6°F (0.9°C). The average temperature during December nights dips to a freezing cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.2 days and accumulates 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 49.5 snowfall days, and 13.54" (344mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Round Lake Heights.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of December, in Round Lake Heights, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:29 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Round Lake Heights?

Round Lake Heights in December has an average high-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Round Lake Heights?

In Round Lake Heights, Illinois, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the driest month in Round Lake Heights?

December is the month with the least rainfall in Round Lake Heights, Illinois. Rain falls for 8.2 days and accumulates 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Round Lake Heights?

In Round Lake Heights, Illinois, in December, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Round Lake Heights?

In Round Lake Heights, Illinois, during December, snow falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Round Lake Heights?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Round Lake Heights, Illinois.

What is the average length of the day in December in Round Lake Heights?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Round Lake Heights?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:29 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Round Lake Heights have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Round Lake Heights?

The months with the lowest UV index in Round Lake Heights are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Round Lake Heights?

In Round Lake Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Round Lake Heights, IL

Average temperature in December - Round Lake Heights, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Round Lake Heights, IL

Average pressure in December - Round Lake Heights, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Round Lake Heights, IL

Average wind speed in December - Round Lake Heights, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Round Lake Heights, IL

Average humidity in December - Round Lake Heights, 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 (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Round Lake Heights, IL

Average rainfall in December - Round Lake Heights, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Round Lake Heights, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Round Lake Heights, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Round Lake Heights, IL

Average snowfall in December - Round Lake Heights, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Round Lake Heights, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Round Lake Heights, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Round Lake Heights, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Round Lake 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Round Lake Heights, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Round Lake Heights, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Round Lake Heights, IL

Average UV index in December - Round Lake Heights, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Round Lake Heights, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Round Lake Heights, IL

Average visibility in December - Round Lake Heights, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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