December weather forecastGages Lake, IL
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Gages Lake, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.6°F (0.9°C) and min 23.9°F (-4.5°C).Temperature
December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) in November to a cold 33.6°F (0.9°C). Throughout December, a steady low-temperature average of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) is noted.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 81%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 8.2 days and typically collects 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Gages Lake, in December, during 10.4 snowfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Gages Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.5 days and aggregates up to 13.54" (344mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.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.
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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gages Lake, IL
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 6min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
