December weather forecast
Golden Gate, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Golden Gate, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and max 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C) from November's cool 52.9°F (11.6°C). Throughout December, the temperature falls to an average low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Golden Gate, Illinois, during December, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 109.3 rainfall days, and 10.83" (275mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Golden Gate, in December, snow falls for 2 days, with typically accumulated 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Golden Gate, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.4 days and aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Golden Gate, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Golden Gate, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Golden Gate is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
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. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Golden Gate during December?

Golden Gate in December has an average high-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Golden Gate?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Golden Gate?

In Golden Gate, Illinois, in December, during 6.6 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Golden Gate?

In Golden Gate, Illinois, in December, during 2 snowfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Golden Gate?

December has the shortest days of the year in Golden Gate, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Golden Gate?

In December, the average day length in Golden Gate, Illinois, is 9h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Golden Gate?

On the first day of December in Golden Gate, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Golden Gate have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Golden Gate, Illinois, is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Golden Gate?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Golden Gate?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Golden Gate is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Golden Gate, IL

Average temperature in December - Golden Gate, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

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Average pressure in December
Golden Gate, IL

Average pressure in December - Golden Gate, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Golden Gate, IL

Average wind speed in December - Golden Gate, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Golden Gate, IL

Average humidity in December - Golden Gate, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Golden Gate, IL

Average rainfall in December - Golden Gate, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in December
Golden Gate, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Golden Gate, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Golden Gate, IL

Average snowfall in December - Golden Gate, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.39").
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
Golden Gate, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Golden Gate, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 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
Golden Gate, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Golden Gate, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Golden Gate, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Golden Gate, IL

Average UV index in December - Golden Gate, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Golden Gate, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Golden Gate, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Golden Gate, IL

Average visibility in December - Golden Gate, 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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