December weather forecast
Garland, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Garland, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C) in November to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). Garland experiences an average low-temperature reading of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Garland, during December, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. In Garland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.7 days and collects up to 29.06" (738mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May, October through December. In Garland, in December, snow falls for 2.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11.3 snowfall days, and 4.45" (113mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Garland, the average sunshine in December is 5.6h.

UV index

January, February, November 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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Garland during December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Garland, is 44.2°F (6.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 72%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Garland, in December, during 5.8 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Garland, during December, snow falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Garland have in December?

The average day length in December in Garland 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 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Garland is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Garland, KS

Average temperature in December - Garland, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°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
Garland, KS

Average pressure in December - Garland, 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
Garland, KS

Average wind speed in December - Garland, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Garland, KS

Average humidity in December - Garland, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

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
Garland, KS

Average rainfall in December - Garland, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.16").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Garland, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Garland, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Garland, KS

Average snowfall in December - Garland, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Garland, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Garland, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Garland, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Garland, KS

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

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Garland, KS

Average UV index in December - Garland, 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
Garland, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Garland, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Garland, KS

Average visibility in December - Garland, 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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