December weather forecast
Winchester, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Winchester, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and 41°F (5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to a wintry 41°F (5°C). During the month of December, Winchester anticipates a mean low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Winchester is 73%.

Rainfall

In Winchester, during December, the rain falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 131.2 rainfall days, and 25.47" (647mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Winchester are January through April, October through December. In Winchester, in December, during 3 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Winchester, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.2 days and aggregates up to 7.01" (178mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Winchester is 5.5h.

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: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Winchester in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 41°F (5°C) and 27.1°F (-2.7°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Winchester, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Winchester, in December, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Winchester, in December, during 3 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Winchester have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 27min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Winchester is 5.5h.

What are the months with 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 reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Winchester, KS

Average temperature in December - Winchester, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Winchester, KS

Average pressure in December - Winchester, KS
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Winchester, KS

Average wind speed in December - Winchester, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Winchester, KS

Average humidity in December - Winchester, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Winchester, KS

Average rainfall in December - Winchester, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Winchester, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Winchester, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Winchester, KS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Winchester, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Winchester, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5 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
Winchester, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Winchester, KS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Winchester, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Winchester, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Winchester, KS

Average UV index in December - Winchester, 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
Winchester, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Winchester, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Winchester, KS

Average visibility in December - Winchester, 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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