December weather forecast
University Park, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in University Park, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and max 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C) in November to a cold 35.6°F (2°C). Throughout December, University Park witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In University Park, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. In University Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.4 days and collects up to 35" (889mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in University Park. In University Park, in December, snow falls for 9.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.07" (78mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47.8 snowfall days, and 20.04" (509mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in University Park is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, 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 4:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in University Park is 4h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in University Park in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in University Park, Illinois, during December are 35.6°F (2°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in University Park?

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

How much does it rain in University Park in December?

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

How many days does it snow in December in University Park?

In December, in University Park, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in University Park?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in University Park?

In December, the average day length in University Park, Illinois, is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in University Park?

On the first day of December in University Park, 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 4:31 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in University Park?

In University Park, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in University Park?

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

How high is the UV index in December in University Park?

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

Average temperature in December - University Park, 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
University Park, IL

Average pressure in December - University Park, 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
University Park, IL

Average wind speed in December - University Park, 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
University Park, IL

Average humidity in December - University Park, 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
University Park, IL

Average rainfall in December - University Park, 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
University Park, IL

Average rainfall days in December - University Park, 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
University Park, IL

Average snowfall in December - University Park, 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
University Park, IL

Average snowfall days in December - University Park, 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
University Park, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - University Park, 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
University Park, IL

Average sunshine days in December - University Park, 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
University Park, IL

Average UV index in December - University Park, 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
University Park, IL

Average cloud cover in December - University Park, 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
University Park, IL

Average visibility in December - University Park, 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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