December weather forecast
Benedict, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Benedict, Kansas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45°F (7.2°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

December weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C) in November to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). Benedict encounters a steady low-temperature average of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In Benedict, the average relative humidity in December is 70%.

Rainfall

In Benedict, in December, it is raining for 4.8 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Benedict, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.6 days and collects up to 26.02" (661mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Benedict are January through March, October through December. In December, in Benedict, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Benedict, there are 11 snowfall days, and 3.7" (94mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Benedict.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Benedict?

In Benedict, 45°F (7.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 30.4°F (-0.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Benedict?

In Benedict, Kansas, the average relative humidity in December is 70%.

How many days does it rain in December in Benedict?

In December, in Benedict, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Benedict in December?

In Benedict, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Benedict?

The month with the shortest days in Benedict, Kansas, is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Benedict have in December?

In December, the average day length in Benedict, Kansas, is 9h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Benedict?

On the first day of December in Benedict, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Benedict have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Benedict, Kansas, is 5.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Benedict?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Benedict?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Benedict is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Benedict, KS

Average temperature in December - Benedict, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Benedict, KS

Average pressure in December - Benedict, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Benedict, KS

Average wind speed in December - Benedict, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (11.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Benedict, KS

Average humidity in December - Benedict, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Benedict, KS

Average rainfall in December - Benedict, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Benedict, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Benedict, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Benedict, KS

Average snowfall in December - Benedict, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Benedict, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Benedict, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 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
Benedict, KS

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
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
Benedict, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Benedict, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Benedict, KS

Average UV index in December - Benedict, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Benedict, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Benedict, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Benedict, KS

Average visibility in December - Benedict, 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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