December weather forecast
Gages Lake, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Gages Lake, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Temperature

Onset of December comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) in November to a cold 33.6°F (0.9°C). Throughout the month of December, Gages Lake sees a steady low-temperature average of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Gages Lake is December, when the rain falls for 8.2 days and typically collects 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Gages Lake, it is snowing for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated. In Gages Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.5 days and aggregates up to 13.54" (344mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Gages Lake, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:29 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Gages Lake are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Gages Lake in December?

In Gages Lake, 33.6°F (0.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 23.9°F (-4.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Gages Lake?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

What is the driest month in Gages Lake?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 8.2 days and typically collects 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Gages Lake in December?

In December, in Gages Lake, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Gages Lake in December?

In Gages Lake, in December, snow falls for 10.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gages Lake?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Gages Lake?

In December, the average day length in Gages Lake is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Gages Lake?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:29 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Gages Lake?

The average sunshine duration in December in Gages Lake is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Gages Lake?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Gages Lake?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Gages Lake is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gages Lake, IL

Average temperature in December - Gages Lake, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Gages Lake, IL

Average pressure in December - Gages Lake, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Gages Lake, IL

Average wind speed in December - Gages Lake, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Gages Lake, IL

Average humidity in December - Gages Lake, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gages Lake, IL

Average rainfall in December - Gages Lake, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in December
Gages Lake, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Gages Lake, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Gages Lake, IL

Average snowfall in December - Gages Lake, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Gages Lake, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Gages Lake, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gages Lake, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gages Lake, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gages Lake, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Gages Lake, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gages Lake, IL

Average UV index in December - Gages Lake, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Gages Lake, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Gages Lake, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Gages Lake, IL

Average visibility in December - Gages Lake, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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