December weather forecast
Colony, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Colony, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

In Colony, the average high-temperature in December drops from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C). An average low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) is common during the nights of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Colony, in December, during 5.8 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 131.5 rainfall days, and 28.54" (725mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May, October through December. In Colony, in December, snow falls for 2.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.7 snowfall days, and 4.72" (120mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.8h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Colony, 43.9°F (6.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 29.5°F (-1.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 72%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Colony, in December, snow falls for 2.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Colony have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Colony, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Colony is 5.8h.

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 intensity in December?

In Colony, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Colony, KS

Average temperature in December - Colony, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Colony, KS

Average pressure in December - Colony, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Colony, KS

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Colony, KS

Average humidity in December - Colony, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Colony, KS

Average rainfall in December - Colony, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Colony, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Colony, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Colony, KS

Average snowfall in December - Colony, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Colony, KS

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

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

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

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 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
Colony, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Colony, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Colony, KS

Average UV index in December - Colony, 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
Colony, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Colony, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Colony, KS

Average visibility in December - Colony, 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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