December weather forecast
Skokie, IL

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Weather in December

December in Skokie is defined by the majesty of the winter season. The arrival of consistent snowfall brings a charming white landscape to the city. With a low temperature of only 27.1°F (-2.7°C) in December, it is the beginning of the coldest period of the year. Citizens often enjoy winter pastimes, including cozy indoor festivities and outdoor fun in the snow. To summarize, the weather in December in Skokie carries the winter spirit, marked by cold temperatures and substantial snowfall.

Temperature

The onset of December introduces a moderate change in Skokie's weather, with average high-temperatures falling from November's chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C) to an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C). Registering an almost steady temperature, Skokie's nights in December see an average low of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

In Skokie, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Skokie is December, when the rain falls for 6.8 days and typically collects 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Skokie are January through April, October through December. In Skokie, during December, snow falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Skokie, there are 41.4 snowfall days, and 9.65" (245mm) 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 December in Skokie, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:29 pm CST.

Sunshine

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 in Skokie. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of 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 December in Skokie?

Skokie in December has an average high-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Skokie?

In Skokie, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the driest month in Skokie?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.8 days and accumulates 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Skokie in December?

In Skokie, Illinois, during December, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Skokie?

In December, it is snowing for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Skokie?

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 Skokie?

The average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Skokie?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, in Skokie, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:29 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Skokie have in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Skokie?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Skokie?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Skokie, IL

Average temperature in December - Skokie, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Skokie, IL

Average pressure in December - Skokie, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Skokie, IL

Average wind speed in December - Skokie, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Skokie, IL

Average humidity in December - Skokie, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Skokie, IL

Average rainfall in December - Skokie, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in December
Skokie, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Skokie, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Skokie, IL

Average snowfall in December - Skokie, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Skokie, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Skokie, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 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
Skokie, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Skokie, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Skokie, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Skokie, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Skokie, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, 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
Skokie, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Skokie, 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 July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Skokie, IL

Average visibility in December - Skokie, 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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