December weather forecast
Phillipsburg, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Phillipsburg, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25°F (-3.9°C) and an average high of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C). Phillipsburg's nighttime temperature in December drops to an average of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Phillipsburg are January through May, October through December. In December, in Phillipsburg, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 24.1 snowfall days, and 11.34" (288mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 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

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Phillipsburg in December?

During December, Phillipsburg experiences an average high-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and a low-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 69%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Phillipsburg, Kansas, during December, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Phillipsburg?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Phillipsburg have in December?

In Phillipsburg, Kansas, the average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:23 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Phillipsburg?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Phillipsburg have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What are the months 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 Phillipsburg, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Phillipsburg, KS

Average temperature in December - Phillipsburg, 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
Phillipsburg, KS

Average pressure in December - Phillipsburg, 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
Phillipsburg, KS

Average wind speed in December - Phillipsburg, 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
Phillipsburg, KS

Average humidity in December - Phillipsburg, 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
Phillipsburg, KS

Average rainfall in December - Phillipsburg, 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
Phillipsburg, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Phillipsburg, 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
Phillipsburg, KS

Average snowfall in December - Phillipsburg, 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
Phillipsburg, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Phillipsburg, 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
Phillipsburg, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Phillipsburg, 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 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
Phillipsburg, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Phillipsburg, 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
Phillipsburg, KS

Average UV index in December - Phillipsburg, 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
Phillipsburg, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Phillipsburg, 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
Phillipsburg, KS

Average visibility in December - Phillipsburg, 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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