December weather forecast
Lucas, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Lucas, Kansas, with an average temperature varying between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). An average low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lucas, there are 109.3 rainfall days, and 17.91" (455mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 3.4 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 22 snowfall days, and 8.7" (221mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Lucas is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 6.2h of 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

During December, Lucas experiences an average high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Lucas, the average relative humidity in December is 67%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Lucas, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, in Lucas, it is snowing for 3.4 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Lucas is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Lucas have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

What is the month with 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 Lucas?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lucas, KS

Average temperature in December - Lucas, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Lucas, KS

Average pressure in December - Lucas, KS
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lucas, KS

Average wind speed in December - Lucas, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Lucas, KS

Average humidity in December - Lucas, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 67%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (56%).

Average rainfall in December
Lucas, KS

Average rainfall in December - Lucas, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Lucas, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Lucas, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lucas, KS

Average snowfall in December - Lucas, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lucas, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Lucas, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lucas, 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lucas, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Lucas, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Lucas, KS

Average UV index in December - Lucas, 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
Lucas, KS

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December
Lucas, KS

Average visibility in December - Lucas, 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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