December weather forecast
Cheney, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cheney, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a moderate 55.8°F (13.2°C) in November to a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C). During December, Cheney witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 68%.

Rainfall

In Cheney, during December, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. In Cheney, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.1 days and collects up to 18.07" (459mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Cheney. In Cheney, in December, snow falls for 2.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.6 snowfall days, and 4.88" (124mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Cheney, the average sunshine in December is 6.3h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 44.4°F (6.9°C) and 28.2°F (-2.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 68%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Cheney, during December, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Cheney, in December, snow falls for 2.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Cheney have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cheney have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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 reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index 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
Cheney, KS

Average temperature in December - Cheney, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Cheney, KS

Average pressure in December - Cheney, 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
Cheney, KS

Average wind speed in December - Cheney, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Cheney, KS

Average humidity in December - Cheney, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (71%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (59%).

Average rainfall in December
Cheney, KS

Average rainfall in December - Cheney, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Cheney, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Cheney, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cheney, KS

Average snowfall in December - Cheney, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cheney, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Cheney, 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 May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cheney, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Cheney, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May, July and August (14.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Cheney, KS

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

Average cloud cover in December
Cheney, KS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 37).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in December
Cheney, KS

Average visibility in December - Cheney, 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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