December weather forecast
Hepler, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hepler, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 44.6°F (7°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's cool 55.2°F (12.9°C) to a chilly 44.6°F (7°C). An average low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) is recorded in the month of December in Hepler.

Humidity

In Hepler, the average relative humidity in December is 72%.

Rainfall

In Hepler, during December, the rain falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 138.5 rainfall days, and 32.17" (817mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hepler, Kansas, in December, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.98" (25mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.7 snowfall days, and 5.55" (141mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hepler.
On the first day of December in Hepler, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Hepler, the average sunshine in December is 5.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Hepler?

The high-temperature, in December, in Hepler, is 44.6°F (7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 30.7°F (-0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hepler?

In Hepler, Kansas, the average relative humidity in December is 72%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hepler?

In Hepler, in December, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Hepler in December?

In Hepler, Kansas, in December, during 2.3 snowfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hepler?

The month with the shortest days in Hepler, Kansas, is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Hepler, Kansas, is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hepler?

On the first day of December in Hepler, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hepler?

In Hepler, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Hepler?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Hepler?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Hepler is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hepler, KS

Average temperature in December - Hepler, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°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 (26.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Hepler, KS

Average pressure in December - Hepler, 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
Hepler, KS

Average wind speed in December - Hepler, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Hepler, KS

Average humidity in December - Hepler, 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
Hepler, KS

Average rainfall in December - Hepler, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.71").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.22").

Average rainfall days in December
Hepler, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Hepler, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.1 days

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

Average snowfall in December
Hepler, KS

Average snowfall in December - Hepler, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.98"

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
Hepler, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Hepler, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hepler, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hepler, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Hepler, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Hepler, KS

Average UV index in December - Hepler, 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
Hepler, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Hepler, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Hepler, KS

Average visibility in December - Hepler, 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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