December weather forecast
Virgil, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Virgil, Kansas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

Virgil in December undergoes a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). An average low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) is observed during December nights in Virgil.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 118.2 rainfall days, and 23.62" (600mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 2.2 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 12.6 snowfall days, and 4.33" (110mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Virgil, the average sunshine in December is 5.9h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Virgil experiences an average high-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and a low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Virgil, in December, it is raining for 4.8 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Virgil, in December, during 2.2 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Virgil.

How many hours of daylight does Virgil have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Virgil have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Virgil?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Virgil, KS

Average temperature in December - Virgil, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Virgil, KS

Average pressure in December - Virgil, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Virgil, KS

Average wind speed in December - Virgil, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Virgil, KS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Virgil, KS

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Virgil, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Virgil, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Virgil, KS

Average snowfall in December - Virgil, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Virgil, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Virgil, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Virgil, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Virgil, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Virgil, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and July (14.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Virgil, KS

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

Average cloud cover in December
Virgil, KS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Virgil, KS

Average visibility in December - Virgil, 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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