December weather forecast
Ellsworth, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ellsworth, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and max 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the average high-temperature recedes from November's fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C) to an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). Ellsworth, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

In Ellsworth, during December, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. In Ellsworth, Kansas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.6 days and collects up to 12.13" (308mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Ellsworth, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 15.8 snowfall days, and 4.76" (121mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Ellsworth, Kansas, is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ellsworth are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Ellsworth?

The high-temperature, in December, in Ellsworth, is 41.9°F (5.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 26.8°F (-2.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air 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 most humid month in Ellsworth?

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the average humidity in December in Ellsworth?

The average relative humidity in December is 69%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ellsworth?

In Ellsworth, in December, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Ellsworth in December?

In December, in Ellsworth, Kansas, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ellsworth?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ellsworth have in December?

The average day length in December in Ellsworth, Kansas, is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ellsworth?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ellsworth?

With an average of 6.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Ellsworth, Kansas.

How many hours of sunshine does Ellsworth have in December?

In Ellsworth, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Ellsworth?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ellsworth, KS

Average temperature in December - Ellsworth, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°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
Ellsworth, KS

Average pressure in December - Ellsworth, 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 (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Ellsworth, KS

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ellsworth, KS

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (59%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ellsworth, KS

Average rainfall in December - Ellsworth, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ellsworth, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Ellsworth, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ellsworth, KS

Average snowfall in December - Ellsworth, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ellsworth, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Ellsworth, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 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
Ellsworth, KS

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

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 1min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Ellsworth, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Ellsworth, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ellsworth, KS

Average UV index in December - Ellsworth, 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
Ellsworth, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Ellsworth, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 20).

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Average visibility in December
Ellsworth, KS

Average visibility in December - Ellsworth, 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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