December weather forecast
Long Island, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Long Island, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25°F (-3.9°C) and max 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature goes from a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C). Long Island anticipates an average minimum temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 69%.

Rainfall

In Long Island, during December, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation. In Long Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.9 days and collects up to 19.25" (489mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Long Island, during December, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow. In Long Island, Kansas, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.1 days and aggregates up to 11.34" (288mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:23 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Long Island during December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Long Island, is 40.1°F (4.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 25°F (-3.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Long Island?

The average relative humidity in December is 69%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Long Island, in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Long Island have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:23 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Long Island have in December?

In Long Island, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.1h.

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?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Long Island, KS

Average temperature in December - Long Island, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Long Island, KS

Average pressure in December - Long Island, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Long Island, KS

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Long Island, KS

Average humidity in December - Long Island, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (56%).

Average rainfall in December
Long Island, KS

Average rainfall in December - Long Island, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Long Island, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Long Island, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Long Island, KS

Average snowfall in December - Long Island, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Long Island, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Long Island, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Long Island, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Long Island, KS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Long Island, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Long Island, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Long Island, KS

Average UV index in December - Long Island, 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
Long Island, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Long Island, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in December
Long Island, KS

Average visibility in December - Long Island, 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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