December weather forecast
Elwood, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elwood, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C). Elwood throughout December, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Elwood, in December, during 6.1 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Elwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.5 days and collects up to 27.28" (693mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Elwood, in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 22.7 snowfall days, and 8.03" (204mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Elwood. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 25.3°F (-3.7°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 6.1 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Elwood, in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Elwood have in December?

In Elwood, the average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elwood have in December?

In Elwood, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Elwood, KS

Average temperature in December - Elwood, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Elwood, KS

Average pressure in December - Elwood, KS
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Elwood, KS

Average wind speed in December - Elwood, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Elwood, KS

Average humidity in December - Elwood, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Elwood, KS

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Elwood, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Elwood, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elwood, KS

Average snowfall in December - Elwood, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elwood, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Elwood, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elwood, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elwood, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Elwood, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Elwood, KS

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Elwood, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Elwood, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Elwood, KS

Average visibility in December - Elwood, 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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