December weather forecast
Marion, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Marion, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 42.3°F (5.7°C) and an average low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C) in November to a wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C). Marion experiences a consistent average temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

In Marion, the average relative humidity in December is 69%.

Rainfall

In Marion, in December, it is raining for 4.3 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Marion, Kansas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.7 days and collects up to 23.58" (599mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Marion, in December, snow falls for 3.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 18.5 snowfall days, and 7.6" (193mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The high-temperature, in December, in Marion, is 42.3°F (5.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27.9°F (-2.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 69%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Marion, in December, during 4.3 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Marion?

In Marion, in December, during 3.6 snowfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length in Marion is 9h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Marion?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Marion have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Marion, KS

Average temperature in December - Marion, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in December
Marion, KS

Average pressure in December - Marion, KS
  • 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Marion, KS

Average wind speed in December - Marion, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Marion, KS

Average humidity in December - Marion, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

Average rainfall in December
Marion, KS

Average rainfall in December - Marion, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Marion, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Marion, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Marion, KS

Average snowfall in December - Marion, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Marion, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Marion, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.8 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, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Marion, KS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Marion, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Marion, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Marion, KS

Average UV index in December - Marion, KS
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Marion, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Marion, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
Marion, KS

Average visibility in December - Marion, KS
  • 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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