December weather forecast
Golden Gate, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Golden Gate, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 43.2°F (6.2°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

Golden Gate in December demonstrates a small temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). Golden Gate cools down to an average low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Golden Gate, during December, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. In Golden Gate, Illinois, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.3 days and collects up to 10.83" (275mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Golden Gate, in December, snow falls for 2 days, with typically accumulated 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Golden Gate, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.4 days and aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate 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 in December translates into this advice:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Golden Gate, is 43.2°F (6.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 31.3°F (-0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 6.6 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Golden Gate, during December, snow falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Golden Gate have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Golden Gate?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in Golden Gate?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Golden Gate, IL

Average temperature in December - Golden Gate, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in December
Golden Gate, IL

Average pressure in December - Golden Gate, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Golden Gate, IL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Golden Gate, IL

Average humidity in December - Golden Gate, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Golden Gate, IL

Average rainfall in December - Golden Gate, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Golden Gate, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Golden Gate, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Golden Gate, IL

Average snowfall in December - Golden Gate, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Golden Gate, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Golden Gate, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 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
Golden Gate, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Golden Gate, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Golden Gate, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Golden Gate, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (14.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Golden Gate, IL

Average UV index in December - Golden Gate, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Golden Gate, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Golden Gate, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Golden Gate, IL

Average visibility in December - Golden Gate, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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