December weather forecast
Glen Elder, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Glen Elder, Kansas, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and an average high of 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to an icy 40.3°F (4.6°C). December nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a freezing cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

In Glen Elder, in December, during 3.9 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Glen Elder, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.7 days and collects up to 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Glen Elder are January through May, October through December. In Glen Elder, in December, during 4 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 20.8 snowfall days, and 9.09" (231mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of December, in Glen Elder, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Glen Elder, the average high-temperature is 40.3°F (4.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.3°F (-3.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Glen Elder?

In Glen Elder, the average relative humidity in December is 70%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Glen Elder, in December, it is raining for 3.9 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Glen Elder?

In Glen Elder, in December, during 4 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Glen Elder?

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

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 low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Glen Elder, KS

Average temperature in December - Glen Elder, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Glen Elder, KS

Average pressure in December - Glen Elder, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Glen Elder, KS

Average wind speed in December - Glen Elder, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Glen Elder, KS

Average humidity in December - Glen Elder, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and May (71%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (60%).

Average rainfall in December
Glen Elder, KS

Average rainfall in December - Glen Elder, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Glen Elder, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Glen Elder, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Glen Elder, KS

Average snowfall in December - Glen Elder, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Glen Elder, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Glen Elder, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Glen Elder, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Glen Elder, KS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Glen Elder, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Glen Elder, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Glen Elder, KS

Average UV index in December - Glen Elder, 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
Glen Elder, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Glen Elder, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
Glen Elder, KS

Average visibility in December - Glen Elder, 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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