December weather forecast
Hartford, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Hartford, Kansas, with temperature in the range of an average high of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and an average low of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

Hartford observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) to an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). The nights of December in Hartford anticipate an average low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Hartford is 70%.

Rainfall

In Hartford, in December, during 5.1 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hartford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.6 days and collects up to 28.03" (712mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Hartford, Kansas. In Hartford, in December, snow falls for 3.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.14" (29mm) of snow. In Hartford, Kansas, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.8 days and aggregates up to 7.6" (193mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Hartford is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Hartford, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.9h.

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 minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Hartford?

Hartford in December has an average high-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hartford?

The average relative humidity in December is 70%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hartford?

In Hartford, Kansas, during December, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Hartford in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hartford?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hartford.

How many hours of daylight does Hartford have in December?

In Hartford, Kansas, the average day length in December is 9h and 33min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Hartford?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hartford?

In Hartford, Kansas, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.9h.

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

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 Hartford?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Hartford, Kansas, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hartford, KS

Average temperature in December - Hartford, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hartford, KS

Average pressure in December - Hartford, 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 (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Hartford, KS

Average wind speed in December - Hartford, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hartford, KS

Average humidity in December - Hartford, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hartford, KS

Average rainfall in December - Hartford, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.59").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hartford, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Hartford, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hartford, KS

Average snowfall in December - Hartford, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hartford, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Hartford, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.1 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
Hartford, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hartford, KS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 5min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Hartford, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Hartford, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hartford, KS

Average UV index in December - Hartford, 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
Hartford, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Hartford, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in December
Hartford, KS

Average visibility in December - Hartford, 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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