December weather forecast
Galesburg, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Galesburg, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Galesburg experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C) in November to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). An average temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) marks the nights in Galesburg, Kansas, in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In Galesburg, in December, it is raining for 4.6 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Galesburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.4 days and collects up to 19.69" (500mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Galesburg, during December, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Galesburg, there are 8.6 snowfall days, and 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Galesburg is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Galesburg is 5.7h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Galesburg, Kansas. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Galesburg?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Galesburg, is 45.3°F (7.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Galesburg?

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

How much does it rain in Galesburg in December?

In Galesburg, Kansas, in December, it is raining for 4.6 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Galesburg?

In Galesburg, in December, during 1.9 snowfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Galesburg?

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

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Galesburg?

On the first day of December in Galesburg, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Galesburg have in December?

In Galesburg, Kansas, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Galesburg?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Galesburg?

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

Average temperature in December - Galesburg, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Galesburg, KS

Average pressure in December - Galesburg, 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 (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Galesburg, KS

Average wind speed in December - Galesburg, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Galesburg, KS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Galesburg, KS

Average rainfall in December - Galesburg, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in December
Galesburg, KS

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Galesburg, KS

Average snowfall in December - Galesburg, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Galesburg, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Galesburg, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Galesburg, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Galesburg, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Galesburg, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Galesburg, KS

Average UV index in December - Galesburg, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Galesburg, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Galesburg, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 37

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

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Average visibility in December
Galesburg, KS

Average visibility in December - Galesburg, 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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