Mapleton, IL has a humid continental climate with cold snowy winters and hot, humid summers. Winters are characterized by large amounts of snowfall, temperatures often dropping below zero degrees Fahrenheit, and occasional ice storms. Summers bring much higher temperatures and humidity levels, as well as frequent rain showers or thunderstorms. During the spring months temperatures tend to be somewhat mild with some rainy days scattered throughout. During the fall months the weather cools off again but remains mild in comparison to winter months. Overall Mapleton is an area with distinct seasonal changes that can make for both enjoyable summer days and cozy winter nights.
Mapleton, Illinois gets 38 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Mapleton averages 22 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 192 sunny days per year in Mapleton. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Mapleton gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 106 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 86 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 16
Rain: averages 38 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 22 inches of snow a year