December weather forecast
Hutchinson, KS

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Weather in December

December typically ushers in the deep winter chills to Hutchinson, with the fluctuation in temperature ranging from 27.5°F (-2.5°C) to 43.2°F (6.2°C). The city finds itself wrapped in a cold blanket, coupled with an average wind speed of 10.9mph (17.5km/h). Residents see the shortest daylight hours around 9.6 h, as Hutchinson gears up for the holiday season. Skies remain moderately covered with splendid clouds often overlooking a snow-dusted landscape. The weather USA, culminates the year with generous snowfall averaging around 1.02" (26mm), transforming the city into a winter wonderland.

Temperature

As December commences, the average high-temperature shows a reduction, transitioning from a cool 55°F (12.8°C) in November to a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C). Hutchinson, during the nights of December, experiences an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 68%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 112.8 rainfall days, and 21.18" (538mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 18.3 snowfall days, and 8.15" (207mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Hutchinson. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Hutchinson, is 43.2°F (6.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Hutchinson is 68%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Hutchinson, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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 Hutchinson have in December?

The average day length in December in Hutchinson, Kansas, is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hutchinson have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

When is 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate 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
Hutchinson, KS

Average temperature in December - Hutchinson, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Hutchinson, KS

Average pressure in December - Hutchinson, 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
Hutchinson, KS

Average wind speed in December - Hutchinson, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Hutchinson, KS

Average humidity in December - Hutchinson, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 68%

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

Average rainfall in December
Hutchinson, KS

Average rainfall in December - Hutchinson, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Hutchinson, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Hutchinson, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 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 (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hutchinson, KS

Average snowfall in December - Hutchinson, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hutchinson, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Hutchinson, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hutchinson, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hutchinson, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Hutchinson, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and May (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Hutchinson, KS

Average UV index in December - Hutchinson, 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
Hutchinson, KS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in December
Hutchinson, KS

Average visibility in December - Hutchinson, 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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