December weather forecast
Colwich, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Colwich, Kansas, with an average temperature varying between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's mild 55.8°F (13.2°C) to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). December brings an average low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) to Colwich.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Colwich is 68%.

Rainfall

In Colwich, during December, the rain falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 94.8 rainfall days, and 12.48" (317mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Colwich, during December, snow falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Colwich, there are 10.8 snowfall days, and 3.19" (81mm) 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 7:27 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, 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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

December temperatures in Colwich vary between a high-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and a low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 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 December, the rain falls for 3.4 days. Throughout December, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Colwich, in December, during 1.8 snowfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Colwich have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Colwich?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Colwich is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Colwich, KS

Average temperature in December - Colwich, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Colwich, KS

Average pressure in December - Colwich, 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
Colwich, KS

Average wind speed in December - Colwich, 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 (8.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Colwich, KS

Average humidity in December - Colwich, 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 (60%).

Average rainfall in December
Colwich, KS

Average rainfall in December - Colwich, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.4").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.31").

Average rainfall days in December
Colwich, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Colwich, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Colwich, KS

Average snowfall in December - Colwich, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Colwich, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Colwich, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 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
Colwich, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Colwich, 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 1min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Colwich, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Colwich, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16 days).

Average UV index in December
Colwich, KS

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Colwich, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Colwich, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in December
Colwich, KS

Average visibility in December - Colwich, 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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