December weather forecast
Lake Barrington, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lake Barrington, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and max 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) in November to a cold 33.4°F (0.8°C). Throughout the month of December, Lake Barrington witnesses an average low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Lake Barrington, in December, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Lake Barrington, Illinois, there are 163.1 rainfall days, and 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lake Barrington, Illinois, during December, snow falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow. In Lake Barrington, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.5 days and aggregates up to 22.95" (583mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lake Barrington.
On the first day of December in Lake Barrington, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Lake Barrington, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Lake Barrington are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. 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 December in Lake Barrington?

During December, Lake Barrington experiences an average high-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and a low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lake Barrington?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in Lake Barrington in December?

In Lake Barrington, Illinois, in December, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Lake Barrington in December?

In Lake Barrington, Illinois, in December, snow falls for 11.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lake Barrington?

December has the shortest days of the year in Lake Barrington, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Lake Barrington have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Lake Barrington?

On the first day of December in Lake Barrington, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lake Barrington have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Lake Barrington is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Lake Barrington?

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 Lake Barrington?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Lake Barrington is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lake Barrington, IL

Average temperature in December - Lake Barrington, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Lake Barrington, IL

Average pressure in December - Lake Barrington, 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
Lake Barrington, IL

Average wind speed in December - Lake Barrington, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

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

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Average humidity in December
Lake Barrington, IL

Average humidity in December - Lake Barrington, 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 (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lake Barrington, IL

Average rainfall in December - Lake Barrington, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in December
Lake Barrington, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Lake Barrington, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Lake Barrington, IL

Average snowfall in December - Lake Barrington, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Lake Barrington, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Lake Barrington, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.5 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
Lake Barrington, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lake Barrington, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lake Barrington, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Lake Barrington, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Lake Barrington, IL

Average UV index in December - Lake Barrington, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Lake Barrington, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Lake Barrington, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Lake Barrington, IL

Average visibility in December - Lake Barrington, 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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