December weather forecast
Florence, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Florence, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and an average high of 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's cool 54.7°F (12.6°C) to an icy 42.3°F (5.7°C). An average low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) is recorded during the nights in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Florence, in December, during 4.3 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 121.7 rainfall days, and 23.58" (599mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Florence, in December, snow falls for 3.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow. In Florence, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.5 days and aggregates up to 7.6" (193mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Florence, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6h.

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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In December, in Florence, the average high-temperature is 42.3°F (5.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C). 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 computed to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 69%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Florence, in December, during 4.3 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Florence?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in December
Florence, KS

Average pressure in December - Florence, 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
Florence, KS

Average wind speed in December - Florence, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.1mph

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
Florence, KS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

Average rainfall in December
Florence, KS

Average rainfall in December - Florence, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Florence, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Florence, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Florence, KS

Average snowfall in December - Florence, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Florence, KS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.8 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
Florence, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Florence, KS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Florence, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Florence, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Florence, KS

Average UV index in December - Florence, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Florence, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Florence, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
Florence, KS

Average visibility in December - Florence, 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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