December weather forecast
Oak Brook, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Oak Brook, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 34.5°F (1.4°C) and 25°F (-3.9°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Oak Brook sees a drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C) to a wintry 34.5°F (1.4°C). During the month of December, the temperature in Oak Brook falls to an average of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Oak Brook. Rain falls for 4.9 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, in Oak Brook, it is snowing for 7.2 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated. In Oak Brook, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.9 days and aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Oak Brook is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Oak Brook?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 34.5°F (1.4°C) and 25°F (-3.9°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Oak Brook?

The average relative humidity in December in Oak Brook is 81%.

What is the driest month in Oak Brook?

December is the month with the least rainfall in Oak Brook. Rain falls for 4.9 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Oak Brook?

In Oak Brook, in December, during 4.9 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Oak Brook?

In Oak Brook, in December, during 7.2 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Oak Brook?

December has the shortest days of the year in Oak Brook, Illinois, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Oak Brook?

The average day length in December in Oak Brook, Illinois, is 9h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Oak Brook?

On the first day of December in Oak Brook, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:31 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Oak Brook?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Oak Brook, Illinois, is 4.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Oak Brook?

In Oak Brook, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Oak Brook, IL

Average temperature in December - Oak Brook, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Oak Brook, IL

Average pressure in December - Oak Brook, 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
Oak Brook, IL

Average wind speed in December - Oak Brook, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Oak Brook, IL

Average humidity in December - Oak Brook, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

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

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Average rainfall in December
Oak Brook, IL

Average rainfall in December - Oak Brook, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in December
Oak Brook, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Oak Brook, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Oak Brook, IL

Average snowfall in December - Oak Brook, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Oak Brook, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Oak Brook, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 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
Oak Brook, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oak Brook, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Oak Brook, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Oak Brook, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Oak Brook, IL

Average UV index in December - Oak Brook, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Oak Brook, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Oak Brook, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Oak Brook, IL

Average visibility in December - Oak Brook, 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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