December weather forecast
Downs, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Downs, Kansas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

As Downs enters December, the average high-temperature decreases from the a cool 54°F (12.2°C) of November to an icy 40.6°F (4.8°C). In the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 69%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Downs, during December, the rain falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 110.3 rainfall days, and 19.76" (502mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Downs, in December, during 4.7 snowfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 22.6 snowfall days, and 8.5" (216mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6h 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 low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Downs in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Downs, is 40.6°F (4.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What are the most humid months in Downs?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 69%, are most humid months in Downs.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 69%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Downs, in December, during 4.3 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Downs in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.7 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Downs?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Downs?

In Downs, the average day length in December is 9h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Downs?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Downs have in December?

In Downs, Kansas, the average sunshine duration in December is 6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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 intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Downs, KS

Average temperature in December - Downs, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.6°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 (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Downs, KS

Average pressure in December - Downs, KS
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"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
Downs, KS

Average wind speed in December - Downs, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Downs, KS

Average humidity in December - Downs, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 69%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (57%).

Average rainfall in December
Downs, KS

Average rainfall in December - Downs, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Downs, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Downs, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Downs, KS

Average snowfall in December - Downs, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Downs, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Downs, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.7 days

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Downs, 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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Downs, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Downs, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Downs, KS

Average UV index in December - Downs, 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
Downs, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Downs, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in December
Downs, KS

Average visibility in December - Downs, 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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