December weather forecast
Ellis, KS

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Weather in December

December brings in the full force of winter to Ellis, marking the year's end with colder temperatures. The mercury dips between 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and 42.1°F (5.6°C), making December the coldest month, dethroning January. The town dresses itself in a white blanket, with snowfall and fewer daylight hours painting a true winter wonderland. Despite the cold weather, Ellis always finds a way to end the year on a warm note, as the spirit of the holiday season fills the town with joy and cheer.

Temperature

The average high-temperature drops in December, from November's fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C) to a wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C). Ellis, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Ellis is 65%.

Rainfall

In Ellis, Kansas, in December, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ellis, Kansas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.7 days and collects up to 15.98" (406mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ellis are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 3.1 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated. In Ellis, during the entire year, snow falls for 19 days and aggregates up to 8.9" (226mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:26 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Ellis, Kansas. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Ellis?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 42.1°F (5.6°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ellis?

The average relative humidity in December in Ellis, Kansas, is 65%.

How much does it rain in Ellis in December?

In Ellis, Kansas, during December, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Ellis?

In Ellis, Kansas, in December, snow falls for 3.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ellis?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Ellis have in December?

In December, the average day length in Ellis, Kansas, is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Ellis?

On the first day of December in Ellis, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:26 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Ellis?

The months with the least sunshine in Ellis are January and December, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ellis?

In Ellis, Kansas, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.2h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Ellis?

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

Average temperature in December - Ellis, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°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 (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°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 (25.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ellis, KS

Average pressure in December - Ellis, KS
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Ellis, KS

Average wind speed in December - Ellis, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ellis, KS

Average humidity in December - Ellis, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (54%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ellis, KS

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ellis, KS

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ellis, KS

Average snowfall in December - Ellis, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ellis, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Ellis, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 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
Ellis, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ellis, KS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ellis, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Ellis, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ellis, KS

Average UV index in December - Ellis, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Ellis, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Ellis, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in December
Ellis, KS

Average visibility in December - Ellis, 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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