December weather forecast
Lancaster, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Lancaster, Kansas, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and an average high of 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

Lancaster's transition into December involves a shift in temperature, receding from a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a wintry 39.4°F (4.1°C). An average nighttime temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) is recorded during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated. In Lancaster, 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 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, in Lancaster, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
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 mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Lancaster during December?

The high-temperature in Lancaster during December is 39.4°F (4.1°C) and the low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lancaster?

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

How many days does it rain in December in Lancaster?

In Lancaster, in December, during 5.2 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Lancaster?

In December, in Lancaster, Kansas, 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 Lancaster?

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

How many hours of daylight does Lancaster have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Lancaster?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lancaster, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lancaster?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Lancaster?

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

Average temperature in December - Lancaster, 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
Lancaster, KS

Average pressure in December - Lancaster, 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
Lancaster, KS

Average wind speed in December - Lancaster, 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
Lancaster, KS

Average humidity in December - Lancaster, 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
Lancaster, KS

Average rainfall in December - Lancaster, 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
Lancaster, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Lancaster, 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
Lancaster, KS

Average snowfall in December - Lancaster, 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
Lancaster, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Lancaster, 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
Lancaster, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lancaster, 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
Lancaster, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Lancaster, 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
Lancaster, KS

Average UV index in December - Lancaster, 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
Lancaster, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Lancaster, 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
Lancaster, KS

Average visibility in December - Lancaster, 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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