December weather forecast
Gibson City, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Gibson City, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 27°F (-2.8°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Gibson City experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) in November to an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C). Gibson City, in the month of December, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

February and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 6.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Gibson City, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 29.4 snowfall days, and 4.69" (119mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Gibson City, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Gibson City, 36.5°F (2.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 27°F (-2.8°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the driest month?

February and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 6.1 days and typically aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Gibson City, in December, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Gibson City, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gibson City have in December?

In Gibson City, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. 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 snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Gibson City, IL

Average temperature in December - Gibson City, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Gibson City, IL

Average pressure in December - Gibson City, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gibson City, IL

Average wind speed in December - Gibson City, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Gibson City, IL

Average humidity in December - Gibson City, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Gibson City, IL

Average rainfall in December - Gibson City, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Gibson City, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Gibson City, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gibson City, IL

Average snowfall in December - Gibson City, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gibson City, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Gibson City, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 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
Gibson City, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gibson City, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Gibson City, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Gibson City, IL

Average UV index in December - Gibson City, 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
Gibson City, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Gibson City, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Gibson City, IL

Average visibility in December - Gibson City, 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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