December weather forecast
Hopkins Park, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Hopkins Park, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.1°F (2.3°C) and min 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

Stepping into December, Hopkins Park observes a temperature decline, with the average high falling from November's frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) to a cold 36.1°F (2.3°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature records at a freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Hopkins Park, in December, during 7 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hopkins Park, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132 days and collects up to 15.16" (385mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, in Hopkins Park, Illinois, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hopkins Park, there are 36.5 snowfall days, and 5.28" (134mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of December, in Hopkins Park, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:32 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hopkins Park in December?

In Hopkins Park, in December, the average high-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', '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 Hopkins Park?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Hopkins Park?

In Hopkins Park, Illinois, during December, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Hopkins Park?

In December, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hopkins Park?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Hopkins Park have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hopkins Park?

On the first day of December in Hopkins Park, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:32 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hopkins Park have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Hopkins Park?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Hopkins Park?

In Hopkins Park, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hopkins Park, IL

Average temperature in December - Hopkins Park, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hopkins Park, IL

Average pressure in December - Hopkins Park, 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
Hopkins Park, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hopkins Park, IL

Average humidity in December - Hopkins Park, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hopkins Park, IL

Average rainfall in December - Hopkins Park, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hopkins Park, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Hopkins Park, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hopkins Park, IL

Average snowfall in December - Hopkins Park, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hopkins Park, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Hopkins Park, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Hopkins Park, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hopkins Park, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hopkins Park, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Hopkins Park, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hopkins Park, IL

Average UV index in December - Hopkins Park, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Hopkins Park, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Hopkins Park, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Hopkins Park, IL

Average visibility in December - Hopkins Park, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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