December weather forecast
Junction City, KS

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Weather in December

Finally, December announces the onset of winter in Junction City, Kansas. With an average low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C), the chill of winter is unmistakable, and snowfall of 0.94" (24mm) gracing the city. Comparatively, the gloom that encompasses December marks a distinct shift from November's weather. Bright Christmas decorations contrast against the winter's dark sky, making December a month of hope and cheer in spite of its cold, harsh climate.

Temperature

In Junction City, the average high-temperature in December decreases from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a wintry 41°F (5°C). Junction City reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 71%.

Rainfall

In Junction City, during December, the rain falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 114.8 rainfall days, and 21.1" (536mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Junction City, in December, snow falls for 3.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.94" (24mm) of snow. In Junction City, Kansas, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.5 days and aggregates up to 7.32" (186mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.7h 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Junction City, the average high-temperature is 41°F (5°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.4°F (-3.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 71%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Junction City, during December, the rain falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Junction City, in December, during 3.2 snowfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Junction City have in December?

In Junction City, Kansas, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Junction City?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Junction City, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.7h.

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.

How high is the UV index 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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Junction City, KS

Average temperature in December - Junction City, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).

Average pressure in December
Junction City, KS

Average pressure in December - Junction City, 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
Junction City, KS

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Junction City, KS

Average humidity in December - Junction City, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

Average rainfall in December
Junction City, KS

Average rainfall in December - Junction City, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Junction City, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Junction City, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Junction City, KS

Average snowfall in December - Junction City, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Junction City, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Junction City, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Junction City, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Junction City, KS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Junction City, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Junction City, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Junction City, KS

Average UV index in December - Junction City, 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
Junction City, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Junction City, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
Junction City, KS

Average visibility in December - Junction City, 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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