December weather forecast
Harvey, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Harvey, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 35.6°F (2°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

December shows a mild decline in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C) to a wintry 35.6°F (2°C). In the month of December, Harvey's average low-temperature falls to a subzero cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Harvey. Rain falls for 7.9 days and accumulates 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, in Harvey, it is snowing for 9.1 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is accumulated. In Harvey, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.6 days and aggregates up to 16.46" (418mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Harvey is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Harvey, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Harvey?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Harvey, Illinois, during December are 35.6°F (2°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', '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 Harvey?

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

What is the driest month in Harvey?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 7.9 days and typically collects 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Harvey in December?

In December, in Harvey, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Harvey?

In Harvey, Illinois, in December, during 9.1 snowfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Harvey?

The month with the shortest days in Harvey, Illinois, is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Harvey have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Harvey?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Harvey have in December?

In Harvey, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

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

The month with the lowest UV index in Harvey, Illinois, is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Harvey?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Harvey, IL

Average temperature in December - Harvey, 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 (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Harvey, IL

Average pressure in December - Harvey, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Harvey, IL

Average wind speed in December - Harvey, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Harvey, IL

Average humidity in December - Harvey, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Harvey, IL

Average rainfall in December - Harvey, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in December
Harvey, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Harvey, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Harvey, IL

Average snowfall in December - Harvey, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Harvey, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Harvey, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 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
Harvey, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Harvey, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Harvey, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Harvey, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Harvey, IL

Average UV index in December - Harvey, 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
Harvey, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Harvey, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Harvey, IL

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

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

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