December weather forecast
Arlington Heights, OH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Arlington Heights, Ohio, with an average temperature varying between 30.2°F (-1°C) and 41°F (5°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from November's fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) to a wintry 41°F (5°C). In Arlington Heights, an average temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C) is noted during December nights.

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Arlington Heights, Ohio, in December, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 121.7 rainfall days, and 12.4" (315mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Arlington Heights, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Arlington Heights, there are 23.7 snowfall days, and 3.98" (101mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 41°F (5°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 81%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Arlington Heights, during December, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Arlington Heights, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Arlington Heights have in December?

In December, the average day length in Arlington Heights, Ohio, is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Arlington Heights, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

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 minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Arlington Heights, OH

Average temperature in December - Arlington Heights, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Arlington Heights, OH

Average pressure in December - Arlington Heights, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Arlington Heights, OH

Average wind speed in December - Arlington Heights, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Arlington Heights, OH

Average humidity in December - Arlington Heights, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Arlington Heights, OH

Average rainfall in December - Arlington Heights, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Arlington Heights, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Arlington Heights, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Arlington Heights, OH

Average snowfall in December - Arlington Heights, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Arlington Heights, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Arlington Heights, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.1 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
Arlington Heights, OH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Arlington Heights, OH
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Arlington Heights, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Arlington Heights, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14 days).

Average UV index in December
Arlington Heights, OH

Average UV index in December - Arlington Heights, OH
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Arlington Heights, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Arlington Heights, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Arlington Heights, OH

Average visibility in December - Arlington Heights, OH
  • 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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