December weather forecast
Zenda, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Zenda, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 28°F (-2.2°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature shows a decrease, transitioning from a moderate 55.8°F (13.2°C) in November to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). During the month of December, the temperature falls to an average of 28°F (-2.2°C).

Humidity

In Zenda, the average relative humidity in December is 67%.

Rainfall

In Zenda, in December, during 3 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Zenda, Kansas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.5 days and collects up to 11.93" (303mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Zenda, in December, snow falls for 1.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Zenda, there are 10 snowfall days, and 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Zenda is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Zenda, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Zenda, in December, the average high-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 28°F (-2.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 67%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Zenda, in December, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Zenda, in December, snow falls for 1.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Zenda have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Zenda, 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
Zenda, KS

Average temperature in December - Zenda, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Zenda, KS

Average pressure in December - Zenda, 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
Zenda, KS

Average wind speed in December - Zenda, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Zenda, KS

Average humidity in December - Zenda, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (58%).

Average rainfall in December
Zenda, KS

Average rainfall in December - Zenda, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Zenda, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Zenda, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Zenda, KS

Average snowfall in December - Zenda, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Zenda, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Zenda, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.4 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
Zenda, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Zenda, 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: 6h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Zenda, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Zenda, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 26 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (16.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Zenda, KS

Average UV index in December - Zenda, KS
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Zenda, KS

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

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

Average visibility in December
Zenda, KS

Average visibility in December - Zenda, 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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