December weather forecast
Riley, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Riley, Kansas, with an average temperature ranging between max 41°F (5°C) and min 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the average high-temperature recedes from November's fresh 53.6°F (12°C) to a wintry 41°F (5°C). Riley, in the month of December, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

In Riley, the average relative humidity in December is 71%.

Rainfall

In Riley, Kansas, during December, the rain falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 114.8 rainfall days, and 21.1" (536mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Riley, in December, snow falls for 3.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.94" (24mm) of snow. In Riley, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.5 days and aggregates up to 7.32" (186mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Riley, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Riley.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Riley in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Riley, records 41°F (5°C), while the low-temperature is 26.4°F (-3.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Riley?

In December, the average relative humidity in Riley is 71%.

How many days does it rain in December in Riley?

In Riley, Kansas, during December, the rain falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Riley?

In Riley, Kansas, during December, snow falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Riley?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Riley?

The average day length in December in Riley, Kansas, is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Riley?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Riley?

With an average of 5.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December in Riley?

In Riley, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.7h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Riley?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index 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
Riley, KS

Average temperature in December - Riley, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).

Average pressure in December
Riley, KS

Average pressure in December - Riley, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Riley, KS

Average wind speed in December - Riley, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Riley, KS

Average humidity in December - Riley, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

Average rainfall in December
Riley, KS

Average rainfall in December - Riley, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Riley, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Riley, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Riley, KS

Average snowfall in December - Riley, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Riley, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Riley, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 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
Riley, KS

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

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Riley, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Riley, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Riley, KS

Average UV index in December - Riley, 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
Riley, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Riley, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
Riley, KS

Average visibility in December - Riley, 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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