December weather forecast
Speed, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Speed, Kansas, with an average temperature varying between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 25°F (-3.9°C).

Temperature

In Speed, the beginning of December is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) to an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C). December brings Speed a consistent average low-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

In Speed, in December, during 4.8 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Speed, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.9 days and collects up to 19.25" (489mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, 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 December, sunrise is at 7:40 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.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 6.1h of 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Speed?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 25°F (-3.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is appraised at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Speed, Kansas, the average relative humidity in December is 69%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Speed, in December, it is raining for 4.8 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated 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?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Speed, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:40 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?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Speed have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.1h.

When is 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?

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

Average temperature in December - Speed, 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
Speed, KS

Average pressure in December - Speed, 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
Speed, KS

Average wind speed in December - Speed, 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
Speed, KS

Average humidity in December - Speed, 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
Speed, KS

Average rainfall in December - Speed, 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
Speed, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Speed, 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
Speed, KS

Average snowfall in December - Speed, 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
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Average snowfall days in December - Speed, 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
Speed, KS

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

Average sunshine days in December - Speed, 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
Speed, KS

Average UV index in December - Speed, 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
Speed, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Speed, 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
Speed, KS

Average visibility in December - Speed, 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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