December weather forecast
Gillum, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gillum, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

December brings a drop in Gillum's average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C) in November to a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C). Throughout the month of December, Gillum witnesses an average low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

In Gillum, Illinois, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Gillum. Rain falls for 9 days and accumulates 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Gillum. In December, in Gillum, it is snowing for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gillum, there are 40.7 snowfall days, and 17.01" (432mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Gillum, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Gillum. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Gillum?

During December, Gillum experiences an average high-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and a low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gillum?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the driest month in Gillum?

December is the month with the least rainfall in Gillum. Rain falls for 9 days and accumulates 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Gillum in December?

In Gillum, in December, during 9 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Gillum?

In Gillum, Illinois, during December, snow falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gillum?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Gillum?

The average day length in December in Gillum, Illinois, is 9h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Gillum?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gillum have in December?

In Gillum, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Gillum?

The months with the lowest UV index in Gillum are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Gillum?

In Gillum, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gillum, IL

Average temperature in December - Gillum, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Gillum, IL

Average pressure in December - Gillum, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Gillum, IL

Average wind speed in December - Gillum, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Gillum, IL

Average humidity in December - Gillum, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gillum, IL

Average rainfall in December - Gillum, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Gillum, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Gillum, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Gillum, IL

Average snowfall in December - Gillum, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Gillum, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Gillum, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 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
Gillum, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gillum, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gillum, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Gillum, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gillum, IL

Average UV index in December - Gillum, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Gillum, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Gillum, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Gillum, IL

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

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

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