December weather forecast
Durham, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Durham, Kansas, with an average temperature varying between 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Durham experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a cool 54.7°F (12.6°C) in November to an icy 42.3°F (5.7°C). An average minimum temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) marks the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 69%.

Rainfall

In Durham, Kansas, in December, during 3.9 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 117.5 rainfall days, and 22.64" (575mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 17 snowfall days, and 7.05" (179mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 6h of sunshine, are months with the least 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Durham in December has an average high-temperature of 42.3°F (5.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Durham?

The average relative humidity in December is 69%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Durham, in December, during 3.9 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Durham, in December, during 3.3 snowfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Durham, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Durham?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6h.

What are the months with 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 reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Durham, KS

Average temperature in December - Durham, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in December
Durham, KS

Average pressure in December - Durham, 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
Durham, KS

Average wind speed in December - Durham, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Durham, KS

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Durham, KS

Average rainfall in December - Durham, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Durham, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Durham, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Durham, KS

Average snowfall in December - Durham, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Durham, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Durham, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Durham, KS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h

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

Average sunshine days in December
Durham, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Durham, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14 days).

Average UV index in December
Durham, KS

Average UV index in December - Durham, 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
Durham, KS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in December
Durham, KS

Average visibility in December - Durham, 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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