December weather forecast
Princeton, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Princeton, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.4°F (-2°C) and max 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Temperature

Princeton experiences a temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in November to an icy 41.7°F (5.4°C). In December, Princeton's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 28.4°F (-2°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 72%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Princeton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.9 days and collects up to 23.5" (597mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Princeton, in December, during 2.2 snowfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Princeton, during the entire year, snow falls for 14 days and aggregates up to 6.38" (162mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Princeton, Kansas, the average sunshine in December is 5.7h.

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 threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In Princeton, 41.7°F (5.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 28.4°F (-2°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Princeton, the average relative humidity in December is 72%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Princeton, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.2 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) 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 in Princeton.

How many hours of daylight does Princeton have in December?

In December, the average day length in Princeton is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Princeton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Princeton, KS

Average temperature in December - Princeton, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Princeton, KS

Average pressure in December - Princeton, 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
Princeton, KS

Average wind speed in December - Princeton, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Princeton, KS

Average humidity in December - Princeton, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Princeton, KS

Average rainfall in December - Princeton, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Princeton, KS

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Princeton, KS

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

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

Average snowfall days in December
Princeton, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Princeton, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Princeton, KS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Princeton, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Princeton, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Princeton, KS

Average UV index in December - Princeton, KS
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Princeton, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Princeton, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Princeton, KS

Average visibility in December - Princeton, 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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