December weather forecast
Marion, IL

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Weather in December

December in Marion caps off the year with the coldest temperatures and potential snowfall. The month experiences the lowest temperatures of the year, with averages falling to 43.9°F (6.6°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C), for highs and lows respectively. With the arrival of the holiday season, snow may be in the forecast to create the perfect white winter. Characterized by shorter daylight hours, December days are usually brisk and chilly. As December transitions to the new year, the cold weather persists, setting the stage for another round of seasonal progression in Marion, Illinois.

Temperature

December comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) to a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C). Marion, in December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Marion, during December, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Marion, there are 137.6 rainfall days, and 23.03" (585mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Marion, in December, during 2.7 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Marion, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.5 days and aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Marion, is 43.9°F (6.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Marion, Illinois, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Marion?

In Marion, in December, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Marion, during December, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Marion, IL

Average temperature in December - Marion, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°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 (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Marion, IL

Average pressure in December - Marion, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Marion, IL

Average wind speed in December - Marion, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Marion, IL

Average humidity in December - Marion, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

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

Average rainfall in December
Marion, IL

Average rainfall in December - Marion, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Marion, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Marion, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Marion, IL

Average snowfall in December - Marion, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Marion, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Marion, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 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
Marion, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Marion, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Marion, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Marion, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Marion, IL

Average UV index in December - Marion, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Marion, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Marion, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Marion, IL

Average visibility in December - Marion, 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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