December weather forecast
Gypsum, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gypsum, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 27°F (-2.8°C) and 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C) in November to a wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C). December's average low-temperature reading in Gypsum settles at a subzero cold 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 70%.

Rainfall

In Gypsum, in December, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 106.8 rainfall days, and 18.7" (475mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Gypsum, during December, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Gypsum, there are 15.8 snowfall days, and 7.36" (187mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Gypsum, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Gypsum, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Gypsum are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. 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 does it get in Gypsum in December?

In Gypsum, 41.7°F (5.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 27°F (-2.8°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gypsum?

The average relative humidity in December in Gypsum, Kansas, is 70%.

How many days does it rain in December in Gypsum?

In Gypsum, in December, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Gypsum in December?

In Gypsum, in December, during 2.7 snowfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gypsum?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Gypsum?

The average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Gypsum?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Gypsum?

The month with the least sunshine in Gypsum is December, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Gypsum have in December?

In Gypsum, Kansas, the average sunshine duration in December is 6h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Gypsum?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Gypsum, Kansas, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gypsum, KS

Average temperature in December - Gypsum, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.7°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 (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°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 (24.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Gypsum, KS

Average pressure in December - Gypsum, 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
Gypsum, KS

Average wind speed in December - Gypsum, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Gypsum, KS

Average humidity in December - Gypsum, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (71%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (61%).

Average rainfall in December
Gypsum, KS

Average rainfall in December - Gypsum, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Gypsum, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Gypsum, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gypsum, KS

Average snowfall in December - Gypsum, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gypsum, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Gypsum, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gypsum, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gypsum, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Gypsum, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (24.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Gypsum, KS

Average UV index in December - Gypsum, 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
Gypsum, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Gypsum, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in December
Gypsum, KS

Average visibility in December - Gypsum, 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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