December weather forecast
Hillsdale, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Hillsdale, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 34°F (1.1°C) and min 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Hillsdale's average high-temperature adjusts, receding from November's chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C) to a cold 34°F (1.1°C). During the month of December, an average temperature of 23.5°F (-4.7°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

In Hillsdale, Illinois, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Hillsdale, Illinois, during December, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Hillsdale, Illinois, there are 145.7 rainfall days, and 27.91" (709mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Hillsdale. In December, in Hillsdale, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hillsdale, Illinois, there are 37.9 snowfall days, and 13.98" (355mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Hillsdale?

In December, in Hillsdale, the average high-temperature is 34°F (1.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hillsdale?

In Hillsdale, Illinois, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hillsdale?

In Hillsdale, in December, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Hillsdale in December?

In Hillsdale, in December, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hillsdale?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Hillsdale have in December?

In Hillsdale, Illinois, the average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hillsdale?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hillsdale, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hillsdale have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hillsdale?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Hillsdale?

In Hillsdale, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hillsdale, IL

Average temperature in December - Hillsdale, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 34°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hillsdale, IL

Average pressure in December - Hillsdale, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Hillsdale, IL

Average wind speed in December - Hillsdale, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hillsdale, IL

Average humidity in December - Hillsdale, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hillsdale, IL

Average rainfall in December - Hillsdale, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hillsdale, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Hillsdale, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hillsdale, IL

Average snowfall in December - Hillsdale, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hillsdale, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Hillsdale, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Hillsdale, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hillsdale, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (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
Hillsdale, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Hillsdale, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hillsdale, IL

Average UV index in December - Hillsdale, 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
Hillsdale, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Hillsdale, IL

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

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

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