December weather forecast
Pittwood, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pittwood, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) in November to a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C). Throughout December, Pittwood witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Pittwood, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pittwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.7 days and collects up to 19.72" (501mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, in Pittwood, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Pittwood, there are 32.9 snowfall days, and 9.17" (233mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Pittwood is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Pittwood, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Pittwood?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Pittwood, Illinois, during December are 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Pittwood?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Pittwood?

In Pittwood, Illinois, in December, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Pittwood in December?

In Pittwood, in December, during 6.5 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pittwood?

The month with the shortest days in Pittwood, Illinois, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

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

In Pittwood, the average day length in December is 9h and 18min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Pittwood?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Pittwood?

The average sunshine duration in December in Pittwood, Illinois, is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Pittwood?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Pittwood.

What is the UV index reading in December in Pittwood?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pittwood, IL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Pittwood, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Pittwood, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Pittwood, IL

Average humidity in December - Pittwood, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Pittwood, IL

Average rainfall in December - Pittwood, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in December
Pittwood, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Pittwood, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Pittwood, IL

Average snowfall in December - Pittwood, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Pittwood, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Pittwood, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 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
Pittwood, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Pittwood, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Pittwood, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Pittwood, IL

Average UV index in December - Pittwood, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Pittwood, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Pittwood, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Pittwood, IL

Average visibility in December - Pittwood, 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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