December weather forecast
South Barrington, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in South Barrington, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34°F (1.1°C) and 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to an icy 34°F (1.1°C). South Barrington records a steady low-temperature average of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) during December.

Humidity

In South Barrington, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 7.8 days and typically collects 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in South Barrington are January through May, October through December. In South Barrington, during December, snow falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow. In South Barrington, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.6 days and aggregates up to 15.83" (402mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

In South Barrington, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 34°F (1.1°C) and 23.9°F (-4.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

What is the driest month?

December is the month with the least rainfall in South Barrington. Rain falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In South Barrington, in December, snow falls for 10.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.48" (63mm) 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 South Barrington, the average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:31 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does South Barrington have in December?

In South Barrington, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
South Barrington, IL

Average temperature in December - South Barrington, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 34°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°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 (16.5°F).

Average pressure in December
South Barrington, IL

Average pressure in December - South Barrington, 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
South Barrington, IL

Average wind speed in December - South Barrington, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
South Barrington, IL

Average humidity in December - South Barrington, 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
South Barrington, IL

Average rainfall in December - South Barrington, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
South Barrington, IL

Average rainfall days in December - South Barrington, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
South Barrington, IL

Average snowfall in December - South Barrington, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
South Barrington, IL

Average snowfall days in December - South Barrington, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
South Barrington, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Barrington, 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: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
South Barrington, IL

Average sunshine days in December - South Barrington, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
South Barrington, IL

Average UV index in December - South Barrington, 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
South Barrington, IL

Average cloud cover in December - South Barrington, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
South Barrington, IL

Average visibility in December - South Barrington, 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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