December weather forecast
Chesterfield, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Chesterfield, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C). Throughout December, Chesterfield witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Chesterfield, Illinois, in December, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Chesterfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.2 days and collects up to 23.31" (592mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 4.7 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Chesterfield, Illinois, there are 21.2 snowfall days, and 6.65" (169mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Chesterfield, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Chesterfield are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Chesterfield in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Chesterfield, Illinois, during December are 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Chesterfield?

The average relative humidity in December in Chesterfield is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Chesterfield?

In Chesterfield, Illinois, during December, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Chesterfield?

In Chesterfield, during December, snow falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Chesterfield?

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

How many hours of daylight does Chesterfield have in December?

The average day length in December in Chesterfield is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Chesterfield?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Chesterfield, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Chesterfield?

In Chesterfield, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Chesterfield, Illinois, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Chesterfield?

In Chesterfield, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Chesterfield, IL

Average temperature in December - Chesterfield, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Chesterfield, IL

Average pressure in December - Chesterfield, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Chesterfield, IL

Average wind speed in December - Chesterfield, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Chesterfield, IL

Average humidity in December - Chesterfield, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Chesterfield, IL

Average rainfall in December - Chesterfield, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.22").

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Average rainfall days in December
Chesterfield, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Chesterfield, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Chesterfield, IL

Average snowfall in December - Chesterfield, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Chesterfield, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Chesterfield, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chesterfield, IL
  • 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Chesterfield, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Chesterfield, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Chesterfield, IL

Average UV index in December - Chesterfield, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Chesterfield, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Chesterfield, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Chesterfield, IL

Average visibility in December - Chesterfield, 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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