December weather forecast
Hesston, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Hesston, Kansas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.8°F (6°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

Hesston observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's cool 54.9°F (12.7°C) to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). In Hesston, December nights cool down to an average of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Hesston is 69%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hesston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122 days and collects up to 23.54" (598mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hesston, Kansas, in December, snow falls for 3.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.1" (28mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Hesston, Kansas, there are 18.9 snowfall days, and 7.99" (203mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Hesston.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Hesston are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hesston in December?

During December, Hesston experiences an average high-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) and a low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hesston?

In December, the average relative humidity in Hesston is 69%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hesston?

In December, in Hesston, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Hesston in December?

In Hesston, in December, during 3.6 snowfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hesston?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Hesston, Kansas, is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hesston?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Hesston?

January and December, with an average of 6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Hesston, Kansas.

How many hours of sunshine does Hesston have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hesston?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Hesston?

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

Average temperature in December - Hesston, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hesston, KS

Average pressure in December - Hesston, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Hesston, KS

Average wind speed in December - Hesston, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hesston, KS

Average humidity in December - Hesston, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (62%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hesston, KS

Average rainfall in December - Hesston, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hesston, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Hesston, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hesston, KS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hesston, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Hesston, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 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
Hesston, KS

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hesston, KS

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

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hesston, KS

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Hesston, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Hesston, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in December
Hesston, KS

Average visibility in December - Hesston, 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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