December weather forecast
Ellsworth, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Ellsworth, Kansas, with an average temperature ranging between max 41.9°F (5.5°C) and min 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C) to an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). Throughout December, the temperature falls to an average low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ellsworth, during December, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. In Ellsworth, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.6 days and collects up to 12.13" (308mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in Ellsworth, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 15.8 snowfall days, and 4.76" (121mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.1h 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Ellsworth, is 41.9°F (5.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 26.8°F (-2.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What are the most humid months in Ellsworth?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Ellsworth?

The average relative humidity in December is 69%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Ellsworth, in December, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Ellsworth, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 0.87" (22mm) 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 December, the average day length is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ellsworth?

With an average of 6.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.1h.

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

Average temperature in December - Ellsworth, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°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 (41.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Ellsworth, KS

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

Average wind speed in December - Ellsworth, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Ellsworth, KS

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (59%).

Average rainfall in December
Ellsworth, KS

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

Average rainfall days in December
Ellsworth, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Ellsworth, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ellsworth, KS

Average snowfall in December - Ellsworth, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ellsworth, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Ellsworth, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ellsworth, 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 and 1min

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ellsworth, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Ellsworth, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Ellsworth, KS

Average UV index in December - Ellsworth, 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
Ellsworth, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Ellsworth, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in December
Ellsworth, KS

Average visibility in December - Ellsworth, 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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