December weather forecast
Gowins, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Gowins, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

Welcoming December, Gowins observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). Gowins records an average temperature drop to a cold 32.4°F (0.2°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Gowins, Illinois, is 78%.

Rainfall

In Gowins, Illinois, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.6 rainfall days, and 36.02" (915mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, in Gowins, it is snowing for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated. In Gowins, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.7 days and aggregates up to 6.57" (167mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Gowins, Illinois, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, in Gowins, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Gowins. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Gowins in December?

During December, Gowins experiences an average high-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and a low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gowins?

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

How much does it rain in Gowins in December?

In December, in Gowins, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Gowins in December?

In Gowins, in December, snow falls for 3.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gowins?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

The average day length in December in Gowins is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Gowins?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Gowins?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Gowins is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Gowins?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Gowins?

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

Average temperature in December - Gowins, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Gowins, IL

Average pressure in December - Gowins, 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
Gowins, IL

Average wind speed in December - Gowins, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Gowins, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gowins, IL

Average rainfall in December - Gowins, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in December
Gowins, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Gowins, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Gowins, IL

Average snowfall in December - Gowins, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Gowins, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Gowins, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 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
Gowins, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gowins, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • 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 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gowins, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Gowins, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gowins, IL

Average UV index in December - Gowins, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Gowins, IL

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Gowins, IL

Average visibility in December - Gowins, 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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