December weather forecast
Salina, KS

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Weather in December

December brings winter back to Salina, Kansas, with the mercury dipping even further compared to November. The daylight hours are few, with an average of 9.5 hours per day being the shortest for the year. Particularly, the chilly weather makes its presence felt with temperatures ranging from 27°F (-2.8°C) to a high of just 41.7°F (5.4°C). Frosty mornings and potential snowfall become commonplace as the holiday season approaches. As the year ends, the weather is most reminiscent of January's cold, marking a full weather cycle.

Temperature

The arrival of December in Salina, Kansas, corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C) to a cold 41.7°F (5.4°C). Salina's average low-temperature for the month of December records at a subzero cold 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Salina is 70%.

Rainfall

In December, in Salina, Kansas, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Salina, Kansas, there are 106.8 rainfall days, and 18.7" (475mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Salina, Kansas, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 15.8 snowfall days, and 7.36" (187mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Salina is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Salina, Kansas, is December, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Salina?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Salina, is 41.7°F (5.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Salina?

The average relative humidity in December in Salina is 70%.

How much does it rain in Salina in December?

In December, in Salina, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Salina in December?

In Salina, Kansas, during December, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Salina?

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

How many hours of daylight does Salina have in December?

The average day length in December in Salina is 9h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Salina?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Salina?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Salina, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Salina have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Salina?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Salina is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Salina, KS

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°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 (24.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Salina, KS

Average pressure in December - Salina, 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
Salina, KS

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Salina, KS

Average humidity in December - Salina, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (71%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (61%).

Average rainfall in December
Salina, KS

Average rainfall in December - Salina, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Salina, KS

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Salina, KS

Average snowfall in December - Salina, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Salina, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Salina, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Salina, 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: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Salina, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Salina, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (24.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Salina, KS

Average UV index in December - Salina, 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
Salina, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Salina, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in December
Salina, KS

Average visibility in December - Salina, 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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