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Crystal Lake weather in December (Illinois, United States of America)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Crystal Lake this December? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Crystal Lake includes very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. December ushers in the winter season. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 2°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -7°C. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.

Precipitation

Crystal Lake in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 75 mm for the month. Expect around 13 days of snow/rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 107 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Crystal Lake. September typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Crystal Lake, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 75 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
SunshineSunshine 107 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 37% *  
* Data from: Chicago, the United States of America (44 KM, 27 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.

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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
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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