December weather forecast
Bennington, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bennington, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.8°F (4.9°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Bennington's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's cool 54°F (12.2°C) to a cold 40.8°F (4.9°C). An average low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) is observed during the December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Bennington, in December, it is raining for 3.2 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Bennington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.1 days and collects up to 16.77" (426mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bennington are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 16.6 snowfall days, and 6.93" (176mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Bennington.

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 health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Bennington during December?

In Bennington, 40.8°F (4.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 26.4°F (-3.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bennington?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Bennington?

In Bennington, in December, it is raining for 3.2 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Bennington?

In Bennington, Kansas, during December, snow falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bennington?

December has the shortest days of the year in Bennington, Kansas, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Bennington, Kansas, is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Bennington?

On the first day of December in Bennington, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Bennington?

The month with the least sunshine in Bennington is December, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Bennington have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Bennington?

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 Bennington?

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

Average temperature in December - Bennington, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Bennington, KS

Average pressure in December - Bennington, 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
Bennington, KS

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Bennington, KS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (61%).

Average rainfall in December
Bennington, KS

Average rainfall in December - Bennington, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Bennington, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Bennington, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bennington, KS

Average snowfall in December - Bennington, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Bennington, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Bennington, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bennington, KS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bennington, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Bennington, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Bennington, KS

Average UV index in December - Bennington, 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
Bennington, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Bennington, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in December
Bennington, KS

Average visibility in December - Bennington, 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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