December weather forecast
Old Gilchrist, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Old Gilchrist, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and an average low of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Old Gilchrist's weather changes as the average high-temperature falls from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C). In Old Gilchrist, an average temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) is noted during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Old Gilchrist. Rain falls for 5.5 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 6.1 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 26.3 snowfall days, and 7.64" (194mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Old Gilchrist, in December, the average high-temperature is 35.1°F (1.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.4°F (-4.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

What is the driest month?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5.5 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Old Gilchrist, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Old Gilchrist, in December, snow falls for 6.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Old Gilchrist is 9h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Old Gilchrist?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Old Gilchrist, IL

Average temperature in December - Old Gilchrist, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.4°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 (16.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Old Gilchrist, IL

Average pressure in December - Old Gilchrist, 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
Old Gilchrist, IL

Average wind speed in December - Old Gilchrist, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Old Gilchrist, IL

Average humidity in December - Old Gilchrist, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

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

Average rainfall in December
Old Gilchrist, IL

Average rainfall in December - Old Gilchrist, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Old Gilchrist, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Old Gilchrist, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Old Gilchrist, IL

Average snowfall in December - Old Gilchrist, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Old Gilchrist, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Old Gilchrist, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
Old Gilchrist, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Old Gilchrist, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Old Gilchrist, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Old Gilchrist, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Old Gilchrist, IL

Average UV index in December - Old Gilchrist, 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
Old Gilchrist, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Old Gilchrist, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Old Gilchrist, IL

Average visibility in December - Old Gilchrist, 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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