December weather forecast
Markham, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Markham, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 35.6°F (2°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a temperature drop, moving from a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C) in November to a wintry 35.6°F (2°C). An average temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) marks the nights in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 7.9 days and typically collects 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Markham, in December, snow falls for 9.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.76" (70mm) of snow. In Markham, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.6 days and aggregates up to 16.46" (418mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Markham, Illinois.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Markham in December?

The high-temperature during December is 35.6°F (2°C) and the low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Markham?

The average relative humidity in December in Markham, Illinois, is 81%.

What is the driest month in Markham?

The month with the least rainfall in Markham is December, when the rain falls for 7.9 days and typically collects 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Markham?

In Markham, during December, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Markham in December?

In Markham, Illinois, in December, snow falls for 9.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Markham?

December has the shortest days of the year in Markham, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Markham?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Markham, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Markham?

In Markham, Illinois, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

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

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Markham.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Markham?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Markham, Illinois, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Markham, IL

Average temperature in December - Markham, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Markham, IL

Average pressure in December - Markham, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Markham, IL

Average wind speed in December - Markham, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Markham, IL

Average humidity in December - Markham, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Markham, IL

Average rainfall in December - Markham, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Markham, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Markham, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Markham, IL

Average snowfall in December - Markham, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Markham, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Markham, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Markham, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Markham, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Markham, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Markham, IL

Average UV index in December - Markham, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Markham, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Markham, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Markham, IL

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

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

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