December weather forecast
Radium, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Radium, Kansas, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and max 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

The shift to December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 55°F (12.8°C) in November to an icy 42.6°F (5.9°C). In Radium, the average nighttime temperature during December is a subzero cold 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 66%.

Rainfall

In Radium, during December, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Radium, there are 113 rainfall days, and 19.69" (500mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Radium are January through April, October through December. In Radium, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 19.6 snowfall days, and 8.62" (219mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Radium.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, in Radium, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Radium. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Radium?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Radium, Kansas, during December are 42.6°F (5.9°C) and 27.1°F (-2.7°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month in Radium?

December is the most humid month in Radium, with an average relative humidity of 66%.

What is the average humidity in December in Radium?

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

How much does it rain in Radium in December?

In Radium, in December, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Radium in December?

In Radium, Kansas, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Radium?

The month with the shortest days in Radium, Kansas, is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Radium have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Radium?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Radium?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Radium have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Radium is 6.2h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Radium?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Radium, KS

Average temperature in December - Radium, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Radium, KS

Average pressure in December - Radium, 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
Radium, KS

Average wind speed in December - Radium, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Radium, KS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (56%).

Average rainfall in December
Radium, KS

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Radium, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Radium, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Radium, KS

Average snowfall in December - Radium, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Radium, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Radium, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Radium, KS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Radium, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Radium, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13 days).

Average UV index in December
Radium, KS

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Radium, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Radium, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and April (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December
Radium, KS

Average visibility in December - Radium, 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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