December weather forecast
Marcus, IA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Marcus, Iowa, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and min 18.1°F (-7.7°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December sees a distinct decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C) to a freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C). Marcus witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 18.1°F (-7.7°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In Marcus, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Marcus, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 116.2 rainfall days, and 22.05" (560mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Marcus. In Marcus, in December, snow falls for 7.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.97" (50mm) of snow. In Marcus, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.2 days and aggregates up to 14.76" (375mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Marcus, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Marcus?

The high-temperature, in December, in Marcus, is 29.3°F (-1.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 18.1°F (-7.7°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Marcus?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Marcus?

In Marcus, Iowa, in December, during 3.5 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Marcus?

In December, in Marcus, Iowa, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Marcus?

December has the shortest days of the year in Marcus, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Marcus have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Marcus?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Marcus, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Marcus?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Marcus, Iowa, is 4.6h.

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

The month with the lowest UV index in Marcus is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Marcus?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Marcus, Iowa, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Marcus, IA

Average temperature in December - Marcus, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Marcus, IA

Average pressure in December - Marcus, IA
  • 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 (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Marcus, IA

Average wind speed in December - Marcus, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Marcus, IA

Average humidity in December - Marcus, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in December
Marcus, IA

Average rainfall in December - Marcus, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in December
Marcus, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Marcus, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Marcus, IA

Average snowfall in December - Marcus, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Marcus, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Marcus, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Marcus, 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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Marcus, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Marcus, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Marcus, IA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Marcus, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Marcus, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Marcus, IA

Average visibility in December - Marcus, IA
  • 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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