December weather forecast
Sterling, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Sterling, Kansas, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43°F (6.1°C) and an average low of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

Sterling experiences a temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a cool 55°F (12.8°C) in November to a frosty 43°F (6.1°C). During December, Sterling's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

In Sterling, the average relative humidity in December is 68%.

Rainfall

In Sterling, in December, it is raining for 4.1 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sterling, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.9 days and collects up to 21.06" (535mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sterling, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 15.7 snowfall days, and 7.24" (184mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:23 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6.3h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Sterling. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Sterling?

The high-temperature, in December, in Sterling, records 43°F (6.1°C), while the low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Sterling, the average relative humidity in December is 68%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Sterling, during December, the rain falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) 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 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Sterling have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:23 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe 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
Sterling, KS

Average temperature in December - Sterling, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°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 (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Sterling, KS

Average pressure in December - Sterling, 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
Sterling, KS

Average wind speed in December - Sterling, 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 (9.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Sterling, KS

Average humidity in December - Sterling, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (59%).

Average rainfall in December
Sterling, KS

Average rainfall in December - Sterling, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Sterling, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Sterling, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sterling, KS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sterling, KS

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sterling, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sterling, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Sterling, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Sterling, KS

Average UV index in December - Sterling, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Sterling, KS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in December
Sterling, KS

Average visibility in December - Sterling, 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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