December weather forecast
Gilman, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gilman, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

Stepping into December, Gilman observes a temperature decline, with the average high falling from November's chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) to a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C). Throughout the month of December, Gilman sees a steady low-temperature average of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

In Gilman, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in Gilman are January, February and December Rain falls for 7.1 days and accumulates 0.91" (23mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Gilman, Illinois, in December, during 6.1 snowfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 30.7 snowfall days, and 8.19" (208mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:34 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Gilman is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Gilman, is 36.5°F (2.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Gilman, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are January, February and December Rain falls for 7.1 days and accumulates 0.91" (23mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.1 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Gilman, Illinois, in December, during 6.1 snowfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Gilman, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Gilman, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:34 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gilman have in December?

In Gilman, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

When is 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 intensity in December?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°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 (18.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Gilman, IL

Average pressure in December - Gilman, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gilman, IL

Average wind speed in December - Gilman, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Gilman, IL

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Gilman, IL

Average rainfall in December - Gilman, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Gilman, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Gilman, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gilman, IL

Average snowfall in December - Gilman, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gilman, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Gilman, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 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
Gilman, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gilman, 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gilman, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Gilman, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Gilman, IL

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Gilman, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Gilman, 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
Gilman, IL

Average visibility in December - Gilman, 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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