December weather forecast
Denton, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Denton, Kansas, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and an average high of 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a cold 38.5°F (3.6°C). The mean low-temperature during December nights is a subzero cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.1 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Denton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.6 days and collects up to 25.47" (647mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 4 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated. In Denton, during the entire year, snow falls for 22.1 days and aggregates up to 8.62" (219mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Denton, the average sunshine in December is 5.5h.

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 low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Denton, is 38.5°F (3.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.5°F (-3.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Denton, in December, it is raining for 5.1 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Denton, in December, snow falls for 4 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Denton have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Denton, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Denton?

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

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 hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Denton, KS

Average temperature in December - Denton, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Denton, KS

Average pressure in December - Denton, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Denton, KS

Average wind speed in December - Denton, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Denton, KS

Average humidity in December - Denton, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Denton, KS

Average rainfall in December - Denton, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Denton, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Denton, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Denton, KS

Average snowfall in December - Denton, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Denton, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Denton, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Denton, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Denton, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Denton, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Denton, KS

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Denton, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Denton, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Denton, KS

Average visibility in December - Denton, 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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