December weather forecastGardner, KS
December
Weather in December
With the arrival of December, Gardner concludes the year with temperatures reminiscent of January's cold climate. The measureable amount of snowfall makes a distinct shift from November's minor amounts, with 1.14" (29mm) occurring over 3.7 days. Decreased daylight and temperature makes the atmosphere perfect for holiday celebrations, as the city wraps itself in layers to ward off the winter chill. Yet, December also signals that a new cycle will soon begin again, with January inching closer and the promise of a fresh onset of seasons, starting with the cold grip of winter.Temperature
Transition from November to December is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) to an icy 41.7°F (5.4°C). During December, Gardner witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 73%.Rainfall
In December, in Gardner, the rain falls for 5.9 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Gardner, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137 days and collects up to 28.7" (729mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Gardner, in December, snow falls for 3.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.14" (29mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 20.8 snowfall days, and 9.61" (244mm) of snow is accumulated.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 7:19 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Gardner, 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Gardner, KS
- Average high temperature in December: 41.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).
Average pressure in December
Gardner, KS
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Gardner, KS
- Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Gardner, KS
- Average humidity in December: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Gardner, KS
- Average rainfall in December: 1.42"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").
Average rainfall days in December
Gardner, KS
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Gardner, KS
- Average snowfall in December: 1.14"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Gardner, KS
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gardner, KS
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
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: 5h and 30min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Gardner, KS
- Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Gardner, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Gardner, KS
- Average cloud cover in December: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in December
Gardner, 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).
