December weather forecast
Longton, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Longton, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45°F (7.2°C) and an average low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C) in November to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). Nightly temperatures in Longton drop to an average low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 70%.

Rainfall

In December, in Longton, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Longton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.6 days and collects up to 26.02" (661mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall. In Longton, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Longton, during the entire year, snow falls for 11 days and aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

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 7:20 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Longton in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 45°F (7.2°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 70%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Longton, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Longton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Longton, KS

Average temperature in December - Longton, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Longton, KS

Average pressure in December - Longton, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Longton, KS

Average wind speed in December - Longton, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (11.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Longton, KS

Average humidity in December - Longton, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Longton, KS

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Longton, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Longton, 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 December (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Longton, KS

Average snowfall in December - Longton, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Longton, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Longton, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 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
Longton, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Longton, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Longton, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Longton, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Longton, KS

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

Average cloud cover in December
Longton, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Longton, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Longton, KS

Average visibility in December - Longton, 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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