December weather forecast
Almena, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Almena, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.1°F (4.5°C) and min 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Temperature

Start of December brings a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C). During December, Almena sees a mean low-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 68%.

Rainfall

In Almena, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 109.1 rainfall days, and 17.01" (432mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Almena, in December, during 4.1 snowfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Almena, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.7 days and aggregates up to 10.31" (262mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:24 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Almena, is 40.1°F (4.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 24.6°F (-4.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 68%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:24 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 6.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Almena have in December?

In Almena, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Almena?

In Almena, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Almena, KS

Average temperature in December - Almena, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Almena, KS

Average pressure in December - Almena, KS
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Almena, KS

Average wind speed in December - Almena, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Almena, KS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (54%).

Average rainfall in December
Almena, KS

Average rainfall in December - Almena, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Almena, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Almena, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Almena, KS

Average snowfall in December - Almena, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Almena, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Almena, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Almena, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Almena, KS
  • 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Almena, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Almena, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (24 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Almena, KS

Average UV index in December - Almena, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Almena, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Almena, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in December
Almena, KS

Average visibility in December - Almena, 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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