December weather forecast
Itasca, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Itasca, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and an average high of 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

During Itasca's transition into December, the average high-temperature lessens, moving from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a cold 34°F (1.1°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Itasca is 81%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Itasca. Rain falls for 7.9 days and accumulates 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Itasca, in December, snow falls for 11.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.52" (64mm) of snow. In Itasca, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.9 days and aggregates up to 15.47" (393mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Itasca, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Itasca in December?

The high-temperature in Itasca during December is 34°F (1.1°C) and the low-temperature is 23.9°F (-4.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Itasca?

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

What is the driest month in Itasca?

The month with the least rainfall in Itasca is December, when the rain falls for 7.9 days and typically collects 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Itasca?

In Itasca, in December, during 7.9 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Itasca in December?

In Itasca, Illinois, in December, during 11.1 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Itasca?

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

How many hours of daylight does Itasca have in December?

In Itasca, Illinois, the average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Itasca?

On the first day of December in Itasca, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:21 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 Itasca?

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

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Itasca?

In Itasca, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Itasca, IL

Average temperature in December - Itasca, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 34°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Itasca, IL

Average pressure in December - Itasca, 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
Itasca, IL

Average wind speed in December - Itasca, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Itasca, IL

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

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

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Average rainfall in December
Itasca, IL

Average rainfall in December - Itasca, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in December
Itasca, IL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Itasca, IL

Average snowfall in December - Itasca, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Itasca, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Itasca, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 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
Itasca, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Itasca, 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: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Itasca, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Itasca, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Itasca, IL

Average UV index in December - Itasca, 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
Itasca, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Itasca, 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, August and September (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Itasca, IL

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

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

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