December weather forecast
Wauconda, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Wauconda, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and an average high of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

Onset of December witnesses a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) in November to a cold 33.4°F (0.8°C). In Wauconda, an average nighttime temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) is expected during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Wauconda, in December, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Wauconda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.1 days and collects up to 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Wauconda, during December, snow falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 55.5 snowfall days, and 22.95" (583mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Wauconda.
On the first day of December in Wauconda, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Wauconda?

Wauconda in December has an average high-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wauconda?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Wauconda?

In Wauconda, Illinois, in December, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Wauconda?

In Wauconda, in December, snow falls for 11.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wauconda?

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

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Wauconda?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Wauconda, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wauconda have in December?

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

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

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Wauconda?

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

Average temperature in December - Wauconda, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Wauconda, IL

Average pressure in December - Wauconda, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"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
Wauconda, IL

Average wind speed in December - Wauconda, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Wauconda, IL

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Wauconda, IL

Average rainfall in December - Wauconda, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in December
Wauconda, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Wauconda, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Wauconda, IL

Average snowfall in December - Wauconda, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Wauconda, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Wauconda, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.5 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
Wauconda, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Wauconda, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Wauconda, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Wauconda, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Wauconda, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Wauconda, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Wauconda, IL

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

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

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