December weather forecast
Gillespie, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gillespie, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and an average high of 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Temperature

In Gillespie, the average high-temperature in December drops from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to an icy 40.3°F (4.6°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature dips to a subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

In Gillespie, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Gillespie, in December, during 6.7 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gillespie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.4 days and collects up to 14.72" (374mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall in Gillespie, Illinois. Snow falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, in Gillespie, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. 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 Gillespie in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Gillespie, is 40.3°F (4.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 29.1°F (-1.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gillespie?

In Gillespie, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Gillespie?

In December, in Gillespie, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Gillespie?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Gillespie. Snow falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Gillespie in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gillespie?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Gillespie, Illinois.

How many hours of daylight does Gillespie have in December?

In Gillespie, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Gillespie?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gillespie, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Gillespie?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Gillespie?

The months with the lowest UV index in Gillespie, Illinois, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Gillespie?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Gillespie is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gillespie, IL

Average temperature in December - Gillespie, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Gillespie, IL

Average pressure in December - Gillespie, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Gillespie, IL

Average wind speed in December - Gillespie, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Gillespie, IL

Average humidity in December - Gillespie, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gillespie, IL

Average rainfall in December - Gillespie, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Gillespie, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Gillespie, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Gillespie, IL

Average snowfall in December - Gillespie, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Gillespie, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Gillespie, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gillespie, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gillespie, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gillespie, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Gillespie, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gillespie, IL

Average UV index in December - Gillespie, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Gillespie, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Gillespie, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Gillespie, IL

Average visibility in December - Gillespie, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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