December weather forecast
Gurnee, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gurnee, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

Gurnee's progression into December includes a drop in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) in November to an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C). Gurnee's average low-temperature in December is measured at a subzero cold 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Humidity

In Gurnee, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Gurnee, in December, during 7.2 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 125.8 rainfall days, and 15.71" (399mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 43.8 snowfall days, and 13.39" (340mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Gurnee, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Gurnee?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 24.4°F (-4.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Gurnee is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Gurnee have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine in Gurnee are January and December, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Gurnee have in December?

In Gurnee, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Gurnee, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gurnee, PA

Average temperature in December - Gurnee, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Gurnee, PA

Average pressure in December - Gurnee, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gurnee, PA

Average wind speed in December - Gurnee, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Gurnee, PA

Average humidity in December - Gurnee, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Gurnee, PA

Average rainfall in December - Gurnee, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Gurnee, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Gurnee, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gurnee, PA

Average snowfall in December - Gurnee, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gurnee, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Gurnee, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gurnee, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gurnee, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gurnee, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Gurnee, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Gurnee, PA

Average UV index in December - Gurnee, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Gurnee, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Gurnee, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Gurnee, PA

Average visibility in December - Gurnee, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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