December weather forecast
Yates Center, KS

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

With the onset of December, Yates Center's average high-temperature adjusts, receding from November's cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Throughout the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) is noted.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Yates Center, Kansas, during December, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 118.2 rainfall days, and 23.62" (600mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 2.2 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated. In Yates Center, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.6 days and aggregates up to 4.33" (110mm) of snow.

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 7:20 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in Yates Center?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Yates Center have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Yates Center have in December?

In Yates Center, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Yates Center?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Yates Center is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Yates Center, KS

Average temperature in December - Yates Center, 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
Yates Center, KS

Average pressure in December - Yates Center, 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
Yates Center, KS

Average wind speed in December - Yates Center, 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
Yates Center, KS

Average humidity in December - Yates Center, 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
Yates Center, KS

Average rainfall in December - Yates Center, 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
Yates Center, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Yates Center, 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
Yates Center, KS

Average snowfall in December - Yates Center, 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
Yates Center, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Yates Center, 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
Yates Center, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Yates Center, KS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
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
Yates Center, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Yates Center, 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
Yates Center, KS

Average UV index in December - Yates Center, 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
Yates Center, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Yates Center, 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
Yates Center, KS

Average visibility in December - Yates Center, 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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