Arlington Heights weather in December (Illinois, United States of America)

Wondering what the weather is like in Arlington Heights during December? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In December, Arlington Heights typically experiences low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. December is part of the winter season. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 2°C, cooling off to about -6°C at night. This month is marked by cold temperatures, so wearing layers is key to staying warm. Don't be caught off-guard by the cold.

Precipitation

Arlington Heights in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 80 mm for the month. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 13 days.

Average sunshine

With about 107 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Arlington Heights. September generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Arlington Heights climate page with graphs.

 

Arlington Heights, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -6°C  

Max Temperature 2°C  

Chance of Rain 43%  

Precipitation 80 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 76% *  

Windspeed 18 km/h *  

Sunshine 107 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 37% *  

Data from: Chicago, the United States of America (12 KM, 7 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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