December weather forecast
Gerlaw, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gerlaw, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and max 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

Welcoming December, Gerlaw observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C) to a cold 35.6°F (2°C). December is noted for a mean low-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Gerlaw, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 149.4 rainfall days, and 30.16" (766mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Gerlaw, Illinois, in December, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.2" (56mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.7 snowfall days, and 15.31" (389mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Gerlaw is 4.5h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Gerlaw is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Gerlaw in December?

In Gerlaw, in December, the average high-temperature is 35.6°F (2°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.6°F (-4.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gerlaw?

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

How much does it rain in Gerlaw in December?

In Gerlaw, Illinois, during December, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Gerlaw in December?

In December, in Gerlaw, Illinois, it is snowing for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gerlaw?

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

How many hours of daylight does Gerlaw have in December?

In December, the average day length in Gerlaw, Illinois, is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Gerlaw?

On the first day of December in Gerlaw, Illinois, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gerlaw have in December?

In Gerlaw, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

How high is the UV index in December in Gerlaw?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°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 (17.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Gerlaw, IL

Average pressure in December - Gerlaw, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gerlaw, IL

Average wind speed in December - Gerlaw, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Gerlaw, IL

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Gerlaw, IL

Average rainfall in December - Gerlaw, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Gerlaw, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Gerlaw, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gerlaw, IL

Average snowfall in December - Gerlaw, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gerlaw, IL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 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
Gerlaw, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gerlaw, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gerlaw, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Gerlaw, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Gerlaw, IL

Average UV index in December - Gerlaw, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Gerlaw, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Gerlaw, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Gerlaw, IL

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

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

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