December weather forecast
Oberlin, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Oberlin, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.1°F (4.5°C) and min 24.8°F (-4°C).

Temperature

Temperature records mark December as the coldest month, with highs averaging 40.1°F (4.5°C) and lows at 24.8°F (-4°C).

Humidity

In Oberlin, the average relative humidity in December is 66%.

Rainfall

In December, in Oberlin, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 105.3 rainfall days, and 15.79" (401mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is accumulated. In Oberlin, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.7 days and aggregates up to 10.24" (260mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine, are months with the least 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

Oberlin's coldest temperatures are experienced in December, with average high temperatures of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and lows of 24.8°F (-4°C).

How cold does it get in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 24.8°F (-4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 66%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Oberlin, in December, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Oberlin, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Oberlin, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Oberlin, KS

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Oberlin, KS

Average pressure in December - Oberlin, KS
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.82"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Oberlin, KS

Average wind speed in December - Oberlin, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Oberlin, KS

Average humidity in December - Oberlin, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (52%).

Average rainfall in December
Oberlin, KS

Average rainfall in December - Oberlin, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Oberlin, KS

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Oberlin, KS

Average snowfall in December - Oberlin, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.77"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Oberlin, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Oberlin, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oberlin, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oberlin, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Oberlin, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Oberlin, KS

Average UV index in December - Oberlin, 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
Oberlin, KS

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

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

Average visibility in December
Oberlin, KS

Average visibility in December - Oberlin, 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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