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

Thinking of visiting Prospect Heights in December? Check the weather first! Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

The month of December in Prospect Heights typically includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. December is known for being in the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around 3°C, while nights can cool down to about -5°C. This month is characterized by its cold weather, so make sure to wear sufficient layers to stay warm.

Precipitation

Prospect Heights 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 experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 107 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Prospect Heights. 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 Prospect Heights climate page with graphs.

 

Prospect Heights, 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 (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.

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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
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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