Des Plaines weather in December (Illinois, United States of America)
What can you expect from the weather in Des Plaines during December? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.
In December, Des Plaines generally has low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. December falls within the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 3°C. But by evening, they drop to around -5°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.
Des Plaines in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 81 mm for the month. Typically around 13 days of snow/rainfall is expected.
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 Des Plaines. May, June, July, August and September typically offer 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 Des Plaines climate page with graphs.
Des Plaines, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
-5°C
Max Temperature
3°C
Chance of Rain
43%
Precipitation
81 mm
Rainy days
13 days
Humidity
76% *
Windspeed
18 km/h *
Sunshine
107 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
37% *
Where to go in the United States of America in December
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So, what should you wear in Des Plaines in December?
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 in December.
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