December weather forecast
Harwood Heights, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Harwood Heights, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C) to an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C). December nights in Harwood Heights witness a mild cool down to an average low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Harwood Heights. Rain falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Harwood Heights are January through May, October through December. In Harwood Heights, in December, snow falls for 5.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Harwood Heights, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.5 days and aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Harwood Heights, 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 4:20 pm. On the last day of December, in Harwood Heights, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.9h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Harwood Heights. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Harwood Heights?

In December, in Harwood Heights, the average high-temperature is 35.1°F (1.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Harwood Heights?

The average relative humidity in December in Harwood Heights, Illinois, is 80%.

What is the driest month in Harwood Heights?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 4.5 days and typically collects 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Harwood Heights?

In December, in Harwood Heights, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Harwood Heights in December?

In Harwood Heights, in December, during 5.8 snowfall days, 0.16" (4mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Harwood Heights?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Harwood Heights?

In Harwood Heights, the average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Harwood Heights?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Harwood Heights?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Harwood Heights?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Harwood Heights?

In Harwood Heights, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading 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
Harwood Heights, IL

Average temperature in December - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Harwood Heights, IL

Average pressure in December - Harwood Heights, 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
Harwood Heights, IL

Average wind speed in December - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Harwood Heights, IL

Average humidity in December - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

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

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Average rainfall in December
Harwood Heights, IL

Average rainfall in December - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in December
Harwood Heights, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Harwood Heights, IL

Average snowfall in December - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Harwood Heights, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 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
Harwood Heights, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Harwood Heights, 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: 3h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Harwood Heights, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Harwood Heights, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Harwood Heights, IL

Average UV index in December - Harwood Heights, 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
Harwood Heights, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Harwood Heights, 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 28).

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Average visibility in December
Harwood Heights, IL

Average visibility in December - Harwood Heights, 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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