December weather forecast
Summit, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Summit, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and an average low of 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a chilly 46°F (7.8°C) in November to a wintry 35.1°F (1.7°C). December notes an average low temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C) in Summit, Illinois, subtly down from the daytime highs.

Humidity

In Summit, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 5.5 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Summit. In Summit, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Summit, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.3 days and aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of December, in Summit, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Summit, Illinois, is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Summit in December?

In Summit, in December, the average high-temperature is 35.1°F (1.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Summit?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the driest month in Summit?

The month with the least rainfall in Summit is December, when the rain falls for 5.5 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Summit?

In Summit, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Summit?

In Summit, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Summit?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Summit?

In Summit, the average day length in December is 9h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Summit?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Summit, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Summit have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Summit?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Summit, Illinois.

How high is the UV index in December in Summit?

In Summit, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Summit, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Summit, IL

Average pressure in December - Summit, 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
Summit, IL

Average wind speed in December - Summit, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Summit, IL

Average humidity in December - Summit, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

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
Summit, IL

Average rainfall in December - Summit, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Summit, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Summit, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Summit, IL

Average snowfall in December - Summit, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Summit, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Summit, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Summit, 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
Summit, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Summit, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Summit, IL

Average UV index in December - Summit, 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
Summit, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Summit, 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 27).

Average visibility in December
Summit, IL

Average visibility in December - Summit, 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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