December weather forecast
Gays, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gays, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 39.7°F (4.3°C) and min 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

Setting in of December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C) in November to a cold 39.7°F (4.3°C). The mean low-temperature during December nights is a freezing cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Gays, during December, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. In Gays, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.4 days and collects up to 10.31" (262mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.4 days and accumulates 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The high-temperature during December is 39.7°F (4.3°C) and the low-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Gays, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Gays, in December, during 7 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 3.4 days and typically aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Gays, in December, during 3.4 snowfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length in Gays is 9h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gays have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Gays?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Gays, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gays, IL

Average temperature in December - Gays, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Gays, IL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gays, IL

Average wind speed in December - Gays, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Gays, IL

Average humidity in December - Gays, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Gays, IL

Average rainfall in December - Gays, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.3").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February, September and November (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Gays, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Gays, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gays, IL

Average snowfall in December - Gays, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gays, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Gays, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 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
Gays, IL

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

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gays, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Gays, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Gays, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Gays, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Gays, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Gays, IL

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

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

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