Gages Lake, IL experiences a humid continental climate. This means that it has hot summers and cold winters. During the summer months, temperatures can reach up to the low to mid 80s with high humidity and frequent thunderstorms. Winter temperatures typically range in the 20s or 30s, and snowfall is common during December through March. Spring and fall tend to be milder, but with some days of extreme weather events such as heavy rain or strong winds. No matter the season, Gages Lake sees its fair share of precipitation and should be prepared for inclement conditions at any time.
Gages Lake, Illinois gets 36 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Gages Lake averages 43 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 189 sunny days per year in Gages Lake. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Gages Lake gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 119 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 82 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 14
Rain: averages 36 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 43 inches of snow a year