December weather forecast
Elwood, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Elwood, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.6°F (2°C) and 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Temperature

Elwood in December undergoes a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C) to a wintry 35.6°F (2°C). December brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, in Elwood, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Elwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.5 days and collects up to 32.68" (830mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, in Elwood, it is snowing for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.3 snowfall days, and 14.53" (369mm) 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 6:59 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of December, in Elwood, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Elwood is 4.2h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Elwood in December?

During December, Elwood experiences an average high-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C) and a low-temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Elwood?

In Elwood, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in Elwood in December?

In December, in Elwood, Illinois, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Elwood?

In December, it is snowing for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elwood?

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

How many hours of daylight does Elwood have in December?

In Elwood, the average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Elwood?

On the first day of December in Elwood, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elwood have in December?

In Elwood, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

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

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 Elwood?

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

Average temperature in December - Elwood, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Elwood, IL

Average pressure in December - Elwood, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Elwood, IL

Average wind speed in December - Elwood, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Elwood, IL

Average humidity in December - Elwood, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, July and August (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Elwood, IL

Average rainfall in December - Elwood, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in December
Elwood, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Elwood, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Elwood, IL

Average snowfall in December - Elwood, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Elwood, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Elwood, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Elwood, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elwood, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Elwood, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Elwood, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Elwood, IL

Average UV index in December - Elwood, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Elwood, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Elwood, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Elwood, IL

Average visibility in December - Elwood, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).

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