December weather forecast
Peoria Heights, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Peoria Heights, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Peoria Heights sees a drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C) to a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C). Peoria Heights experiences a nighttime temperature average of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Peoria Heights, in December, it is raining for 6.2 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Peoria Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.2 days and collects up to 17.24" (438mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Peoria Heights. In December, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated. In Peoria Heights, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.7 days and aggregates up to 7.09" (180mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Peoria Heights, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, in Peoria Heights, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Peoria Heights. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Peoria Heights?

In Peoria Heights, 36.5°F (2.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 26.1°F (-3.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Peoria Heights?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Peoria Heights?

In December, the rain falls for 6.2 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Peoria Heights?

In Peoria Heights, in December, during 5.9 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Peoria Heights?

December has the shortest days of the year in Peoria Heights, Illinois, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Peoria Heights?

In Peoria Heights, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Peoria Heights?

On the first day of December in Peoria Heights, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Peoria Heights?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Peoria Heights is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Peoria Heights?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Peoria Heights?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Peoria Heights is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Peoria Heights, IL

Average temperature in December - Peoria Heights, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Peoria Heights, IL

Average pressure in December - Peoria Heights, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Peoria Heights, IL

Average wind speed in December - Peoria Heights, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Peoria Heights, IL

Average humidity in December - Peoria Heights, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Peoria Heights, IL

Average rainfall in December - Peoria Heights, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in December
Peoria Heights, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Peoria Heights, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Peoria Heights, IL

Average snowfall in December - Peoria Heights, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Peoria Heights, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Peoria Heights, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9 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
Peoria Heights, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Peoria Heights, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Peoria Heights, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Peoria Heights, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Peoria Heights, IL

Average UV index in December - Peoria Heights, 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
Peoria Heights, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Peoria Heights, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Peoria Heights, IL

Average visibility in December - Peoria Heights, 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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