December weather forecast
Oakwood, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Oakwood, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

Onset of December comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C) in November to an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C). Oakwood, during the nights of December, experiences an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Oakwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.8 days and collects up to 25.63" (651mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, in Oakwood, Illinois, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 35.2 snowfall days, and 8.82" (224mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Oakwood.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of December, in Oakwood, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Oakwood is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Oakwood, Illinois, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Oakwood during December?

During December, Oakwood experiences an average high-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and a low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Oakwood?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Oakwood in December?

In Oakwood, Illinois, in December, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Oakwood in December?

In Oakwood, during December, snow falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Oakwood?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Oakwood?

In December, the average day length in Oakwood is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Oakwood?

On the first day of December in Oakwood, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Oakwood?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Oakwood?

The months with the lowest UV index in Oakwood, Illinois, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Oakwood?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Oakwood, Illinois, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Oakwood, IL

Average temperature in December - Oakwood, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°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 (20.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Oakwood, IL

Average pressure in December - Oakwood, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Oakwood, IL

Average wind speed in December - Oakwood, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Oakwood, IL

Average humidity in December - Oakwood, 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
Oakwood, IL

Average rainfall in December - Oakwood, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.23").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and September (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in December
Oakwood, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Oakwood, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Oakwood, IL

Average snowfall in December - Oakwood, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Oakwood, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Oakwood, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
Oakwood, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Oakwood, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Oakwood, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Oakwood, IL

Average UV index in December - Oakwood, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Oakwood, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Oakwood, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Oakwood, IL

Average visibility in December - Oakwood, 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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