December weather forecast
Marissa, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Marissa, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a shift in temperature, down from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C). Marissa throughout December, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Marissa, in December, during 6.5 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Marissa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.6 days and collects up to 19.09" (485mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Marissa are January through March, September through December. In Marissa, in December, during 3.1 snowfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 16.2 snowfall days, and 3.19" (81mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Marissa, in December, the average high-temperature is 43.3°F (6.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Marissa, in December, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.1 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Marissa have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Marissa, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Marissa, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°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 (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Marissa, IL

Average pressure in December - Marissa, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"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).

Average wind speed in December
Marissa, IL

Average wind speed in December - Marissa, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

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

Average humidity in December
Marissa, IL

Average humidity in December - Marissa, 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%).

Average rainfall in December
Marissa, IL

Average rainfall in December - Marissa, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Marissa, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Marissa, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Marissa, IL

Average snowfall in December - Marissa, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Marissa, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Marissa, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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).

Average sunshine days in December
Marissa, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Marissa, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Marissa, IL

Average UV index in December - Marissa, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Marissa, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Marissa, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Marissa, IL

Average visibility in December - Marissa, 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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