December weather forecast
Catharine, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Catharine, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.6°F (-3°C) and an average high of 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

Onset of December witnesses a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C) in November to an icy 42.1°F (5.6°C). Throughout the month of December, Catharine sees a steady low-temperature average of 26.6°F (-3°C).

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 66%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.6 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Catharine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.7 days and collects up to 17.6" (447mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is accumulated. In Catharine, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.6 days and aggregates up to 8.27" (210mm) of snow.

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 7:37 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Catharine, is 42.1°F (5.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 66%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 66%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Catharine, in December, during 4.6 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Catharine, Kansas, in December, snow falls for 3.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Catharine have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Catharine is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Catharine, KS

Average temperature in December - Catharine, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Catharine, KS

Average pressure in December - Catharine, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Catharine, KS

Average wind speed in December - Catharine, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Catharine, KS

Average humidity in December - Catharine, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 66%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (54%).

Average rainfall in December
Catharine, KS

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Catharine, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Catharine, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Catharine, KS

Average snowfall in December - Catharine, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Catharine, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Catharine, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Catharine, 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: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Catharine, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Catharine, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Catharine, KS

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Catharine, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Catharine, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December
Catharine, KS

Average visibility in December - Catharine, 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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