December weather forecast
Gorham, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Gorham, Kansas, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and max 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) to an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). Gorham experiences a steady low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) throughout December.

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 67%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Gorham, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Gorham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.3 days and collects up to 17.91" (455mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Gorham, in December, snow falls for 3.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 22 snowfall days, and 8.7" (221mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:24 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 6.2h 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 average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity in Gorham are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Gorham, the average relative humidity in December is 67%.

How many days does it rain in December in Gorham?

In December, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Gorham, in December, during 3.4 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) 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 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Gorham, the average day length in December is 9h and 30min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:24 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Gorham have in December?

In Gorham, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gorham, KS

Average temperature in December - Gorham, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Gorham, KS

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gorham, KS

Average wind speed in December - Gorham, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Gorham, KS

Average humidity in December - Gorham, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 67%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (56%).

Average rainfall in December
Gorham, KS

Average rainfall in December - Gorham, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Gorham, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Gorham, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gorham, KS

Average snowfall in December - Gorham, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gorham, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Gorham, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gorham, 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 June (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gorham, KS

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Gorham, KS

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

Average cloud cover in December
Gorham, KS

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December
Gorham, KS

Average visibility in December - Gorham, 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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