December weather forecast
Hiawatha, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Hiawatha, Kansas, with an average temperature varying between 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a wintry 38.5°F (3.6°C). Throughout December, the nighttime temperature averages to a freezing cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Humidity

In Hiawatha, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In Hiawatha, Kansas, during December, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 123.6 rainfall days, and 25.47" (647mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Hiawatha. In Hiawatha, in December, during 4 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Hiawatha, Kansas, during the entire year, snow falls for 22.1 days and aggregates up to 8.62" (219mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Hiawatha, the average sunshine in December is 5.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Hiawatha, Kansas, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Hiawatha during December?

December temperatures in Hiawatha, Kansas, vary between a high-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C) and a low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hiawatha?

In Hiawatha, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

How much does it rain in Hiawatha in December?

In December, in Hiawatha, Kansas, the rain falls for 5.1 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Hiawatha in December?

In Hiawatha, during December, snow falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hiawatha?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Hiawatha have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hiawatha?

On the first day of December in Hiawatha, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hiawatha?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Hiawatha?

In Hiawatha, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hiawatha, KS

Average temperature in December - Hiawatha, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hiawatha, KS

Average pressure in December - Hiawatha, 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
Hiawatha, KS

Average wind speed in December - Hiawatha, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hiawatha, KS

Average humidity in December - Hiawatha, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hiawatha, KS

Average rainfall in December - Hiawatha, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hiawatha, KS

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hiawatha, KS

Average snowfall in December - Hiawatha, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hiawatha, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Hiawatha, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 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
Hiawatha, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hiawatha, KS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hiawatha, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Hiawatha, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hiawatha, KS

Average UV index in December - Hiawatha, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Hiawatha, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Hiawatha, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in December
Hiawatha, KS

Average visibility in December - Hiawatha, 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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