December weather forecast
Effingham, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Effingham, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 39.4°F (4.1°C) and min 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a cold 39.4°F (4.1°C). In Effingham, the nighttime temperature averages to a freezing cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Effingham is 74%.

Rainfall

In Effingham, in December, during 5.2 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Effingham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.3 days and collects up to 23.94" (608mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Effingham are January through May, October through December. In Effingham, during December, snow falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow. In Effingham, Kansas, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.9 days and aggregates up to 7.87" (200mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, in Effingham, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Effingham are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Effingham?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Effingham are 39.4°F (4.1°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Effingham?

In Effingham, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

How much does it rain in Effingham in December?

In Effingham, during December, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Effingham in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Effingham?

December has the shortest days of the year in Effingham, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Effingham?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Effingham?

On the first day of December in Effingham, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Effingham?

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

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Effingham?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Effingham, Kansas, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Effingham, KS

Average temperature in December - Effingham, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Effingham, KS

Average pressure in December - Effingham, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Effingham, KS

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

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

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Average humidity in December
Effingham, KS

Average humidity in December - Effingham, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Effingham, KS

Average rainfall in December - Effingham, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in December
Effingham, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Effingham, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Effingham, KS

Average snowfall in December - Effingham, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Effingham, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Effingham, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Effingham, KS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Effingham, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Effingham, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Effingham, KS

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Effingham, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Effingham, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Effingham, KS

Average visibility in December - Effingham, 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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