December weather forecast
Frederick, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Frederick, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and max 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

In the transition to December, Frederick observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). Frederick records a steady low-temperature average of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) during December.

Humidity

In Frederick, the average relative humidity in December is 68%.

Rainfall

In Frederick, during December, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. In Frederick, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.5 days and collects up to 21.77" (553mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated. In Frederick, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.2 days and aggregates up to 8.86" (225mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Frederick.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, in Frederick, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Frederick?

Frederick in December has an average high-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Frederick?

The average relative humidity in December is 68%.

How many days does it rain in December in Frederick?

In Frederick, Kansas, in December, during 4.8 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Frederick in December?

In Frederick, Kansas, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Frederick?

December has the shortest days of the year in Frederick, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Frederick have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Frederick?

On the first day of December in Frederick, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Frederick?

The months with the least sunshine in Frederick are January and December, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Frederick?

The average sunshine duration in December in Frederick, Kansas, is 6.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Frederick?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Frederick?

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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Frederick, KS

Average temperature in December - Frederick, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°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
Frederick, KS

Average pressure in December - Frederick, 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
Frederick, KS

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Frederick, KS

Average humidity in December - Frederick, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 68%

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

Average rainfall in December
Frederick, KS

Average rainfall in December - Frederick, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Frederick, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Frederick, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Frederick, KS

Average snowfall in December - Frederick, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Frederick, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Frederick, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 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
Frederick, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Frederick, 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 July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Frederick, KS

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

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Frederick, KS

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

Average cloud cover in December
Frederick, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Frederick, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in December
Frederick, KS

Average visibility in December - Frederick, 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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