December weather forecast
Bensenville, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Bensenville, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and an average low of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December corresponds with a decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C) from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). Throughout the nights in December, Bensenville experiences an average low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Humidity

In Bensenville, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Bensenville. Rain falls for 7.1 days and accumulates 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Bensenville, in December, during 10.1 snowfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bensenville, there are 44.8 snowfall days, and 12.83" (326mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of December, in Bensenville, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Bensenville is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Bensenville, Illinois, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Bensenville in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Bensenville, is 34.7°F (1.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', '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 Bensenville?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the driest month in Bensenville?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 7.1 days and typically collects 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Bensenville in December?

In Bensenville, Illinois, in December, during 7.1 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Bensenville in December?

In Bensenville, Illinois, in December, during 10.1 snowfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bensenville?

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 Bensenville?

The average day length in December in Bensenville is 9h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Bensenville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bensenville, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Bensenville?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Bensenville?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Bensenville?

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

Average temperature in December - Bensenville, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Bensenville, IL

Average pressure in December - Bensenville, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Bensenville, IL

Average wind speed in December - Bensenville, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Bensenville, IL

Average humidity in December - Bensenville, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bensenville, IL

Average rainfall in December - Bensenville, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in December
Bensenville, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Bensenville, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Bensenville, IL

Average snowfall in December - Bensenville, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Bensenville, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Bensenville, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bensenville, 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: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Bensenville, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Bensenville, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Bensenville, IL

Average UV index in December - Bensenville, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Bensenville, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Bensenville, 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 and August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Bensenville, IL

Average visibility in December - Bensenville, 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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