December weather forecast
Bassett, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Bassett, Kansas, with temperature in the range of an average low of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and an average high of 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

Bassett in December experiences a subtle temperature decline, with average high-temperatures reducing from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C). In December, the average low-temperature is a freezing cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

In Bassett, the average relative humidity in December is 72%.

Rainfall

In Bassett, in December, during 5.8 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bassett, Kansas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.5 days and collects up to 28.54" (725mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bassett are January through March, May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 2.1 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated. In Bassett, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.7 days and aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.8h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 43.9°F (6.6°C) and 29.5°F (-1.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Bassett, the average relative humidity in December is 72%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.1 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Bassett, the average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Bassett, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. 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
Bassett, KS

Average temperature in December - Bassett, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Bassett, KS

Average pressure in December - Bassett, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bassett, KS

Average wind speed in December - Bassett, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Bassett, KS

Average humidity in December - Bassett, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Bassett, KS

Average rainfall in December - Bassett, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Bassett, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Bassett, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bassett, KS

Average snowfall in December - Bassett, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bassett, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Bassett, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bassett, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bassett, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Bassett, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Bassett, KS

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Bassett, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Bassett, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Bassett, KS

Average visibility in December - Bassett, 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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