December weather forecast
Halstead, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Halstead, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and max 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a fresh 55°F (12.8°C) in November to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). Halstead's average low-temperature during December nights is observed to be a freezing cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

In Halstead, the average relative humidity in December is 69%.

Rainfall

In Halstead, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Halstead, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.2 days and collects up to 23.27" (591mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Halstead, Kansas, in December, during 3.3 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 16.1 snowfall days, and 6.85" (174mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Halstead, the average sunshine in December is 6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Halstead, is 43.5°F (6.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 69%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, in Halstead, Kansas, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Halstead?

In Halstead, in December, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Halstead have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Halstead?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Halstead, KS

Average temperature in December - Halstead, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°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 (42.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Halstead, KS

Average pressure in December - Halstead, 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
Halstead, KS

Average wind speed in December - Halstead, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Halstead, KS

Average humidity in December - Halstead, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (61%).

Average rainfall in December
Halstead, KS

Average rainfall in December - Halstead, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Halstead, KS

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Halstead, KS

Average snowfall in December - Halstead, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Halstead, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Halstead, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Halstead, KS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Halstead, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Halstead, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Halstead, KS

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

Average cloud cover in December
Halstead, KS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
Halstead, KS

Average visibility in December - Halstead, 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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