December weather forecast
Westphalia, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Westphalia, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 42.8°F (6°C) and 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the average high-temperature recedes from November's fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C) to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). Westphalia, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and December Rain falls for 4.6 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is accumulated. In Westphalia, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.5 days and aggregates up to 5.08" (129mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Westphalia is 5.9h.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Westphalia, is 42.8°F (6°C) and the average low-temperature is 28.9°F (-1.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 71%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are January and December Rain falls for 4.6 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Westphalia, during December, the rain falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is 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.

How many hours of daylight does Westphalia have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Westphalia, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in December
Westphalia, KS

Average pressure in December - Westphalia, 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
Westphalia, KS

Average wind speed in December - Westphalia, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Westphalia, KS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Westphalia, KS

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Westphalia, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Westphalia, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Westphalia, KS

Average snowfall in December - Westphalia, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Westphalia, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Westphalia, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Westphalia, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Westphalia, KS

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

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Westphalia, KS

Average UV index in December - Westphalia, 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
Westphalia, KS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Westphalia, KS

Average visibility in December - Westphalia, 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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