December weather forecast
Gardner, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gardner, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.6°F (2°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature decreases from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to a cold 35.6°F (2°C). In Gardner, the December nights cool down to an average low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, in Gardner, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Gardner, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.4 days and collects up to 21.5" (546mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Gardner, in December, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In Gardner, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.1 days and aggregates up to 9.13" (232mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:34 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Gardner in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C) and a low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Gardner, in December, during 7.2 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Gardner, during December, snow falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Gardner, Illinois, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Gardner, Illinois, the average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:34 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gardner have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gardner, IL

Average temperature in December - Gardner, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°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 (18°F).

Average pressure in December
Gardner, IL

Average pressure in December - Gardner, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gardner, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Gardner, IL

Average humidity in December - Gardner, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Gardner, IL

Average rainfall in December - Gardner, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Gardner, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Gardner, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gardner, IL

Average snowfall in December - Gardner, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gardner, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Gardner, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gardner, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Gardner, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Gardner, IL

Average UV index in December - Gardner, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Gardner, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Gardner, IL

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

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

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