December weather forecast
Courtland, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Courtland, Kansas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39°F (3.9°C) and 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Courtland sees a drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C) to a cold 39°F (3.9°C). Throughout the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Courtland, in December, during 4.2 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 120.4 rainfall days, and 23.54" (598mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Courtland, during December, snow falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 22.9 snowfall days, and 10.2" (259mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

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 hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Courtland experiences an average high-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C) and a low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 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 4.2 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Courtland, in December, snow falls for 4.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Courtland have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Courtland, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Courtland?

January and December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Courtland have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.7h.

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?

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

Average temperature in December - Courtland, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Courtland, KS

Average pressure in December - Courtland, KS
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Courtland, KS

Average wind speed in December - Courtland, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Courtland, KS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

Average rainfall in December
Courtland, KS

Average rainfall in December - Courtland, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Courtland, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Courtland, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Courtland, KS

Average snowfall in December - Courtland, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Courtland, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Courtland, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Courtland, KS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Courtland, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Courtland, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Courtland, KS

Average UV index in December - Courtland, 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
Courtland, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Courtland, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Courtland, KS

Average visibility in December - Courtland, 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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