December weather forecast
Rosewood Heights, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Rosewood Heights, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and max 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Temperature

December weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C) in November to a wintry 41.4°F (5.2°C). Rosewood Heights's temperature lowers to a mean of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) during the nights in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Rosewood Heights is 77%.

Rainfall

In Rosewood Heights, in December, during 6.7 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rosewood Heights, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138 days and collects up to 23.9" (607mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rosewood Heights are January through April, November and December. In Rosewood Heights, in December, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 18.6 snowfall days, and 4.53" (115mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, in Rosewood Heights, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Rosewood Heights, Illinois, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Rosewood Heights during December?

During December, Rosewood Heights experiences an average high-temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C) and a low-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rosewood Heights?

The average relative humidity in December in Rosewood Heights is 77%.

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

In Rosewood Heights, Illinois, in December, it is raining for 6.7 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Rosewood Heights in December?

In Rosewood Heights, during December, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

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

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Rosewood Heights have in December?

The average day length in December in Rosewood Heights is 9h and 30min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Rosewood Heights?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rosewood Heights, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rosewood Heights have in December?

In Rosewood Heights, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Rosewood Heights?

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

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

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. 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
Rosewood Heights, IL

Average temperature in December - Rosewood Heights, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Rosewood Heights, IL

Average pressure in December - Rosewood Heights, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Rosewood Heights, IL

Average wind speed in December - Rosewood Heights, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Rosewood Heights, IL

Average humidity in December - Rosewood Heights, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rosewood Heights, IL

Average rainfall in December - Rosewood Heights, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rosewood Heights, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Rosewood Heights, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rosewood Heights, IL

Average snowfall in December - Rosewood Heights, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Rosewood Heights, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Rosewood Heights, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rosewood Heights, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rosewood Heights, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Rosewood Heights, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rosewood Heights, IL

Average UV index in December - Rosewood Heights, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Rosewood Heights, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Rosewood Heights, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Rosewood Heights, IL

Average visibility in December - Rosewood Heights, 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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