December weather forecast
Alden, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Alden, Kansas, with an average temperature varying between 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a fresh 55°F (12.8°C) in November to a chilly 43°F (6.1°C). In Alden, the December nights cool down to an average low of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

In Alden, Kansas, the average relative humidity in December is 68%.

Rainfall

In Alden, in December, it is raining for 4.1 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Alden, there are 112.9 rainfall days, and 21.06" (535mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Alden. In Alden, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.94" (24mm) of snow. In Alden, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.7 days and aggregates up to 7.24" (184mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Alden, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Alden, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:23 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Alden, the average sunshine in December is 6.3h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Alden. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Alden in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Alden, is 43°F (6.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Alden?

In Alden, Kansas, the average relative humidity in December is 68%.

How many days does it rain in December in Alden?

In Alden, in December, it is raining for 4.1 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Alden?

In Alden, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Alden?

December has the shortest days of the year in Alden, Kansas, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Alden, Kansas, is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Alden?

On the first day of December in Alden, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:23 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Alden have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Alden, Kansas, is 6.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Alden?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Alden?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Alden, Kansas, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Alden, KS

Average temperature in December - Alden, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Alden, KS

Average pressure in December - Alden, 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
Alden, KS

Average wind speed in December - Alden, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Alden, KS

Average humidity in December - Alden, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (59%).

Average rainfall in December
Alden, KS

Average rainfall in December - Alden, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Alden, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Alden, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Alden, KS

Average snowfall in December - Alden, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Alden, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Alden, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 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
Alden, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alden, KS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Alden, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Alden, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Alden, KS

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Alden, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Alden, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in December
Alden, KS

Average visibility in December - Alden, 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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