December weather forecast
North Barrington, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in North Barrington, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and max 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) in November to an icy 33.4°F (0.8°C). North Barrington sees an average low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In North Barrington, Illinois, in December, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In North Barrington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.1 days and collects up to 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In North Barrington, Illinois, in December, snow falls for 11.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.46" (88mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in North Barrington, there are 55.5 snowfall days, and 22.95" (583mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in North 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

The average sunshine in December in North Barrington is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in North Barrington are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in North Barrington in December?

In North Barrington, 33.4°F (0.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 23.9°F (-4.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in North Barrington?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in North Barrington in December?

In North Barrington, during December, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in North Barrington?

In North Barrington, Illinois, during December, snow falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

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

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

What is the average length of the day in December in North Barrington?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in North Barrington?

In December, on the first day of the month, 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 long on average sun shines in December in North Barrington?

In North Barrington, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in North 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 intensity in December in North Barrington?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in North Barrington is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
North Barrington, IL

Average temperature in December - North 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
North Barrington, IL

Average pressure in December - North 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
North Barrington, IL

Average wind speed in December - North 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
North Barrington, IL

Average humidity in December - North 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
North Barrington, IL

Average rainfall in December - North 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
North Barrington, IL

Average rainfall days in December - North 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
North Barrington, IL

Average snowfall in December - North 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
North Barrington, IL

Average snowfall days in December - North 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
North Barrington, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North 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
North Barrington, IL

Average sunshine days in December - North 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
North Barrington, IL

Average UV index in December - North 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
North Barrington, IL

Average cloud cover in December - North 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
North Barrington, IL

Average visibility in December - North 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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