December weather forecast
Norton, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Norton, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and an average high of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

Norton's December weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C). Throughout December, Norton registers a consistent average low-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 68%.

Rainfall

In Norton, in December, it is raining for 3.5 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 109.1 rainfall days, and 17.01" (432mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Norton, in December, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.2" (56mm) of snow. In Norton, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.7 days and aggregates up to 10.31" (262mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Norton, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Norton.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Norton are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

Norton in December has an average high-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 68%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Norton, in December, it is raining for 3.5 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Norton, in December, during 4.1 snowfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 24min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 6.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Norton?

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?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Norton, KS

Average temperature in December - Norton, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°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 (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Norton, KS

Average pressure in December - Norton, 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 (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Norton, KS

Average wind speed in December - Norton, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Norton, KS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (54%).

Average rainfall in December
Norton, KS

Average rainfall in December - Norton, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Norton, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Norton, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Norton, KS

Average snowfall in December - Norton, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Norton, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Norton, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Norton, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Norton, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (24 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Norton, KS

Average UV index in December - Norton, 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
Norton, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Norton, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in December
Norton, KS

Average visibility in December - Norton, 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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