December weather forecast
Carlton, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Carlton, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 41.4°F (5.2°C) and 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of December introduces a moderate change in Carlton's weather, with average high-temperatures falling from November's cool 54.1°F (12.3°C) to an icy 41.4°F (5.2°C). In December, Carlton reports a consistent average low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Carlton, in December, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 104.5 rainfall days, and 18.58" (472mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Carlton, in December, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.02" (26mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 16.1 snowfall days, and 7.2" (183mm) 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 7:28 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Carlton during December are 41.4°F (5.2°C) and 26.8°F (-2.9°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 70%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Carlton, in December, it is raining for 3.5 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Carlton have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Carlton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Carlton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Carlton, KS

Average temperature in December - Carlton, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°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
Carlton, KS

Average pressure in December - Carlton, 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
Carlton, KS

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Carlton, KS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (73%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and October (63%).

Average rainfall in December
Carlton, KS

Average rainfall in December - Carlton, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Carlton, KS

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Carlton, KS

Average snowfall in December - Carlton, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Carlton, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Carlton, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 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
Carlton, KS

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

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Carlton, KS

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

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Carlton, KS

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

Average cloud cover in December
Carlton, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Carlton, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in December
Carlton, KS

Average visibility in December - Carlton, 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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