December weather forecast
Steger, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Steger, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

Steger in December undergoes a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C) to a wintry 35.6°F (2°C). December brings an average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) to Steger.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Steger, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 167.4 rainfall days, and 35" (889mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Steger. In December, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is accumulated. In Steger, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.8 days and aggregates up to 20.04" (509mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Steger, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Steger, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Steger?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Steger, Illinois, are 35.6°F (2°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Steger?

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

How much does it rain in Steger in December?

In December, in Steger, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Steger in December?

In Steger, Illinois, in December, during 9.8 snowfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Steger?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Steger have in December?

In Steger, the average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Steger?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Steger, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Steger have in December?

In Steger, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Steger?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Steger?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Steger, IL

Average temperature in December - Steger, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Steger, IL

Average pressure in December - Steger, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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
Steger, IL

Average wind speed in December - Steger, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Steger, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Steger, IL

Average rainfall in December - Steger, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in December
Steger, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Steger, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Steger, IL

Average snowfall in December - Steger, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Steger, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Steger, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 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
Steger, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Steger, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Steger, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Steger, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Steger, IL

Average UV index in December - Steger, 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
Steger, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Steger, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Steger, IL

Average visibility in December - Steger, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and July (5mi).

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