December weather forecast
Eureka, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Eureka, Kansas, with an average temperature varying between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature goes from a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). The average temperature during December nights dips to a freezing cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

In Eureka, the average relative humidity in December is 69%.

Rainfall

In Eureka, in December, during 5.2 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.5 rainfall days, and 27.91" (709mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Eureka are January through April, October through December. In Eureka, in December, snow falls for 3.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.14" (29mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Eureka, Kansas, there are 16.3 snowfall days, and 5.91" (150mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Eureka, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, in Eureka, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Eureka, the average sunshine in December is 6h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Eureka?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Eureka are 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 29.5°F (-1.4°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Eureka?

In Eureka, Kansas, the average relative humidity in December is 69%.

How much does it rain in Eureka in December?

In Eureka, in December, during 5.2 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Eureka in December?

In Eureka, in December, snow falls for 3.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Eureka?

December has the shortest days of the year in Eureka, Kansas, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Eureka have in December?

In Eureka, Kansas, the average day length in December is 9h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Eureka?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, in Eureka, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Eureka have in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Eureka?

The months with the lowest UV index in Eureka are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Eureka?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Eureka, Kansas, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Eureka, KS

Average temperature in December - Eureka, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Eureka, KS

Average pressure in December - Eureka, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Eureka, KS

Average wind speed in December - Eureka, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8mph).

Average humidity in December
Eureka, KS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Eureka, KS

Average rainfall in December - Eureka, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Eureka, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Eureka, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Eureka, KS

Average snowfall in December - Eureka, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

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
Eureka, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Eureka, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 days

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

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Eureka, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Eureka, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Eureka, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Eureka, KS

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Eureka, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Eureka, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Eureka, KS

Average visibility in December - Eureka, 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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