December weather forecast
Woodridge, IL

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C) to a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C). In Woodridge, the December nights cool down to an average low of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 7.1 days and typically collects 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Woodridge, during December, snow falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow. In Woodridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.4 days and aggregates up to 11.93" (303mm) 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 7:00 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and a low-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 7.1 days and typically collects 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Woodridge, in December, during 7.1 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Woodridge, in December, snow falls for 9.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Woodridge?

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 Woodridge?

In Woodridge, the average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, 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 4:31 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Woodridge, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index 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
Woodridge, IL

Average temperature in December - Woodridge, 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
Woodridge, IL

Average pressure in December - Woodridge, 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
Woodridge, IL

Average wind speed in December - Woodridge, 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
Woodridge, IL

Average humidity in December - Woodridge, 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
Woodridge, IL

Average rainfall in December - Woodridge, 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
Woodridge, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Woodridge, 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
Woodridge, IL

Average snowfall in December - Woodridge, 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
Woodridge, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Woodridge, 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
Woodridge, IL

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

Average sunshine days in December - Woodridge, 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
Woodridge, IL

Average UV index in December - Woodridge, 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
Woodridge, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Woodridge, 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
Woodridge, IL

Average visibility in December - Woodridge, 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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