December weather forecast
Gorham, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gorham, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

Gorham in December experiences a subtle temperature decline, with average high-temperatures reducing from a fresh 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Throughout the month of December, the average temperature dips to a subzero cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, in Gorham, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Gorham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.6 days and collects up to 34.69" (881mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Gorham. In Gorham, in December, snow falls for 3 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow. In Gorham, Illinois, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.9 days and aggregates up to 5.71" (145mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Gorham, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Gorham, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Gorham?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gorham?

The average relative humidity in December in Gorham, Illinois, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Gorham?

In December, in Gorham, Illinois, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Gorham in December?

In December, in Gorham, it is snowing for 3 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gorham?

December has the shortest days of the year in Gorham, Illinois, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Gorham?

In Gorham, Illinois, the average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Gorham?

On the first day of December in Gorham, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gorham have in December?

In Gorham, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Gorham?

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 Gorham?

In Gorham, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gorham, IL

Average temperature in December - Gorham, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Gorham, IL

Average pressure in December - Gorham, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Gorham, IL

Average wind speed in December - Gorham, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Gorham, IL

Average humidity in December - Gorham, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gorham, IL

Average rainfall in December - Gorham, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in December
Gorham, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Gorham, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Gorham, IL

Average snowfall in December - Gorham, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Gorham, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Gorham, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gorham, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gorham, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

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 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gorham, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Gorham, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gorham, IL

Average UV index in December - Gorham, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Gorham, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Gorham, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Gorham, IL

Average visibility in December - Gorham, 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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