December weather forecast
Morton, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Morton, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and max 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather shows a temperature decrease, transitioning from a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C) in November to an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature records at a subzero cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

February and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Morton, in December, during 6 snowfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 27.6 snowfall days, and 6.46" (164mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Morton?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Morton, is 36.5°F (2.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the driest month?

February and December are months with the least rain in Morton when the rain falls for 6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Morton, during December, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Morton, in December, during 6 snowfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Morton have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Morton have in December?

In Morton, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Morton, IL

Average temperature in December - Morton, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°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 (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Morton, IL

Average pressure in December - Morton, 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
Morton, IL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Morton, IL

Average humidity in December - Morton, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Morton, IL

Average rainfall in December - Morton, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

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

Average rainfall days in December
Morton, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Morton, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Morton, IL

Average snowfall in December - Morton, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Morton, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Morton, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 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
Morton, IL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Morton, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Morton, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Morton, IL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Morton, IL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Morton, IL

Average visibility in December - Morton, 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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