December weather forecast
Marquette, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Marquette, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19°F (-7.2°C) and an average high of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

December involves a decrease in temperature, down from a frosty 43°F (6.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C). Marquette reports an average low-temperature of 19°F (-7.2°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Marquette is 84%.

Rainfall

In Marquette, in December, during 4.7 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Marquette, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.7 days and collects up to 22.56" (573mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Marquette. In Marquette, in December, during 9.8 snowfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Marquette, there are 44.5 snowfall days, and 15.47" (393mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Marquette.
On the first day of December in Marquette, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Marquette are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Marquette?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Marquette, is 29.8°F (-1.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 19°F (-7.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Marquette?

In Marquette, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in Marquette in December?

In Marquette, during December, the rain falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Marquette?

In Marquette, in December, during 9.8 snowfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Marquette?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Marquette?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Marquette?

In Marquette, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

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

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Marquette?

In Marquette, Iowa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Marquette, IA

Average temperature in December - Marquette, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Marquette, IA

Average pressure in December - Marquette, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Marquette, IA

Average wind speed in December - Marquette, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Marquette, IA

Average humidity in December - Marquette, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Marquette, IA

Average rainfall in December - Marquette, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Marquette, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Marquette, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Marquette, IA

Average snowfall in December - Marquette, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Marquette, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Marquette, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Marquette, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Marquette, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Marquette, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Marquette, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Marquette, IA

Average UV index in December - Marquette, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Marquette, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Marquette, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Marquette, IA

Average visibility in December - Marquette, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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