December weather forecast
Macon, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Macon, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

Macon in December undergoes a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C) to an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C). Macon, during December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Macon is 79%.

Rainfall

February and December are months with the least rain in Macon when the rain falls for 7.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Macon. In December, in Macon, it is snowing for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Macon, there are 23.6 snowfall days, and 8.54" (217mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Macon, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:41 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Macon in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Macon, is 38.8°F (3.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Macon?

In Macon, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

What is the driest month in Macon?

The months with the least rainfall are February and December Rain falls for 7.7 days and accumulates 1.38" (35mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Macon in December?

In Macon, in December, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Macon?

In Macon, during December, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Macon?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Macon is 9h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Macon?

On the first day of December in Macon, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Macon have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Macon, Illinois, is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Macon?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Macon?

In Macon, Illinois, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Macon, IL

Average temperature in December - Macon, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Macon, IL

Average pressure in December - Macon, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Macon, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Macon, IL

Average humidity in December - Macon, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Macon, IL

Average rainfall in December - Macon, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Macon, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Macon, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Macon, IL

Average snowfall in December - Macon, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Macon, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Macon, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Macon, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Macon, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Macon, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Macon, IL

Average UV index in December - Macon, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Macon, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Macon, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Macon, IL

Average visibility in December - Macon, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).

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