December weather forecast
Elkhart, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elkhart, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and max 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Temperature

December is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 46.8°F (8.2°C) and an average low of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Elkhart, with an average relative humidity of 56%.

Rainfall

In Elkhart, Kansas, during December, the rain falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. In Elkhart, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.7 days and collects up to 13.46" (342mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Elkhart. In Elkhart, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Elkhart, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.7 days and aggregates up to 6.89" (175mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Elkhart.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of December, in Elkhart, Kansas, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Elkhart?

Elkhart's December weather, marked by an average high temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C) and an average low temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C), is the coldest in the year.

What is the average December temperature in Elkhart?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Elkhart, Kansas, are 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month in Elkhart?

The most humid month in Elkhart, Kansas, is December, with an average relative humidity of 56%.

What is the average humidity in December in Elkhart?

The average relative humidity in December is 56%.

How many days does it rain in December in Elkhart?

In Elkhart, in December, it is raining for 3.2 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Elkhart in December?

In Elkhart, Kansas, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elkhart?

The month with the shortest days in Elkhart is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Elkhart have in December?

The average day length in December in Elkhart, Kansas, is 9h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Elkhart?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Elkhart?

The month with the least sunshine in Elkhart, Kansas, is December, with an average of 6.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Elkhart have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Elkhart, Kansas, is 6.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Elkhart?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Elkhart, Kansas.

How high is the UV index in December in Elkhart?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Elkhart is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Elkhart, KS

Average temperature in December - Elkhart, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (28.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Elkhart, KS

Average pressure in December - Elkhart, KS
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.8"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Elkhart, KS

Average wind speed in December - Elkhart, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and June (13.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Elkhart, KS

Average humidity in December - Elkhart, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 56%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (56%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (42%).

Average rainfall in December
Elkhart, KS

Average rainfall in December - Elkhart, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Elkhart, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Elkhart, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elkhart, KS

Average snowfall in December - Elkhart, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elkhart, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Elkhart, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elkhart, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elkhart, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Elkhart, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Elkhart, KS

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Elkhart, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Elkhart, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in December
Elkhart, KS

Average visibility in December - Elkhart, 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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