December weather forecast
Erie, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Erie, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.4°F (6.9°C) and 30°F (-1.1°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's cool 55°F (12.8°C) to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). An average low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) is observed in Erie, Kansas, during the December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Erie, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Erie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.7 days and collects up to 19.21" (488mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Erie, Kansas, during December, snow falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Erie, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.7 days and aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Erie, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Erie, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Erie, the average sunshine in December is 5.8h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Erie?

In Erie, in December, the average high-temperature is 44.4°F (6.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Erie?

In December, the average relative humidity is 71%.

How much does it rain in Erie in December?

In Erie, Kansas, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Erie?

In Erie, Kansas, in December, snow falls for 2 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Erie?

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

How many hours of daylight does Erie have in December?

The average day length in December in Erie is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Erie?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Erie?

The average sunshine duration in December in Erie, Kansas, is 5.8h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Erie?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Erie is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Erie, KS

Average temperature in December - Erie, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Erie, KS

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

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Average wind speed in December
Erie, KS

Average wind speed in December - Erie, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

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

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Average humidity in December
Erie, KS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Erie, KS

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in December
Erie, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Erie, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Erie, KS

Average snowfall in December - Erie, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Erie, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Erie, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 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
Erie, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Erie, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Erie, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Erie, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and May (15.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Erie, KS

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Erie, KS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in December
Erie, KS

Average visibility in December - Erie, 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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