December weather forecast
Morton, IL

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C) in November to a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a freezing cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

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.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 6 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated. In Morton, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.6 days and aggregates up to 6.46" (164mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Morton, 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.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

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 ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Morton in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Morton, is 36.5°F (2.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Morton?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the driest month in Morton?

The months with the least rainfall in Morton are February and December Rain falls for 6 days and accumulates 0.83" (21mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Morton in December?

In December, the rain falls for 6 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Morton?

In Morton, in December, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Morton?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Morton?

On the first day of December in Morton, 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 December, the average sunshine duration in Morton, Illinois, is 4.4h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Morton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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).

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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).

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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).

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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%).

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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").

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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).

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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").

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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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