December weather forecast
Marquette, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Marquette, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.1°F (5.6°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C) in November to a wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C). An average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) is noted during the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Marquette, in December, during 4.6 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Marquette, Kansas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.9 days and collects up to 20.71" (526mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Marquette are January through May, October through December. In Marquette, in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow. In Marquette, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.9 days and aggregates up to 9.25" (235mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Marquette.
On the first day of December in Marquette, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Marquette?

The high-temperature, in December, in Marquette, is 42.1°F (5.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27.3°F (-2.6°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Marquette?

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

How much does it rain in Marquette in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4.6 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Marquette in December?

In Marquette, in December, during 4.5 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Marquette?

The month with the shortest days in Marquette, Kansas, is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Marquette is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Marquette?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in Marquette, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Marquette?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Marquette, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Marquette have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Marquette is 6h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Marquette?

In Marquette, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Marquette, KS

Average temperature in December - Marquette, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in December
Marquette, KS

Average pressure in December - Marquette, 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
Marquette, KS

Average wind speed in December - Marquette, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Marquette, KS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (61%).

Average rainfall in December
Marquette, KS

Average rainfall in December - Marquette, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Marquette, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Marquette, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Marquette, KS

Average snowfall in December - Marquette, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Marquette, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Marquette, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Marquette, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Marquette, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Marquette, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Marquette, KS

Average UV index in December - Marquette, 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
Marquette, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Marquette, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in December
Marquette, KS

Average visibility in December - Marquette, 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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