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Elmhurst weather in December (Illinois, United States of America)

What is the weather forecast for Elmhurst in December? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

In December, Elmhurst typically experiences low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. December is typically considered a winter month. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 3°C. At night, they generally drop to -5°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Precipitation

Elmhurst in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 80 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 13 days of snow/rain.

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 Elmhurst. 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 Elmhurst climate page with graphs.

 

Elmhurst, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -5°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 3°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 80 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 107 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 37% *  
Data from: Chicago, the United States of America (9 KM, 6 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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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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