December weather forecast
Maquon, IL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Maquon, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 35.8°F (2.1°C) and 25°F (-3.9°C).

Temperature

December comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C) to a cold 35.8°F (2.1°C). The month of December records an average low-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C) in Maquon.

Humidity

In Maquon, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain in Maquon when the rain falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 7.1 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 32.2 snowfall days, and 4.8" (122mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Maquon is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Maquon are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Maquon in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Maquon, Illinois, are 35.8°F (2.1°C) and 25°F (-3.9°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Maquon?

In December, the average relative humidity in Maquon is 81%.

What is the driest month in Maquon?

The months with the least rainfall in Maquon are January and December Rain falls for 6.8 days and accumulates 0.59" (15mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December in Maquon?

In December, in Maquon, Illinois, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Maquon?

In Maquon, in December, snow falls for 7.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Maquon?

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

How many hours of daylight does Maquon have in December?

In Maquon, Illinois, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Maquon?

On the first day of December in Maquon, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Maquon have in December?

In Maquon, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Maquon?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Maquon, IL

Average temperature in December - Maquon, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25°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 (17.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Maquon, IL

Average pressure in December - Maquon, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Maquon, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Maquon, IL

Average humidity in December - Maquon, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Maquon, IL

Average rainfall in December - Maquon, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.2").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Maquon, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Maquon, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Maquon, IL

Average snowfall in December - Maquon, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Maquon, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Maquon, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Maquon, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Maquon, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Maquon, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Maquon, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Maquon, IL

Average UV index in December - Maquon, 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
Maquon, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Maquon, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Maquon, IL

Average visibility in December - Maquon, 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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