December weather forecast
Franklin, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Franklin, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 45°F (7.2°C) and min 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from a mild 55.6°F (13.1°C) in November to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C). During the month of December, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Franklin, in December, during 5.4 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Franklin, Kansas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.1 days and collects up to 26.65" (677mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Franklin, during December, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of snow. In Franklin, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.5 days and aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Franklin is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Franklin. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The high-temperature, in December, in Franklin, is 45°F (7.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 30.7°F (-0.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 73%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Franklin, in December, it is raining for 5.4 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Franklin, in December, snow falls for 2.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Franklin have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Franklin have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Franklin, KS

Average temperature in December - Franklin, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Franklin, KS

Average pressure in December - Franklin, KS
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Franklin, KS

Average wind speed in December - Franklin, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Franklin, KS

Average humidity in December - Franklin, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Franklin, KS

Average rainfall in December - Franklin, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Franklin, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Franklin, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Franklin, KS

Average snowfall in December - Franklin, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Franklin, KS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Franklin, 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: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Franklin, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Franklin, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Franklin, KS

Average UV index in December - Franklin, 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
Franklin, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Franklin, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Franklin, KS

Average visibility in December - Franklin, 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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