December weather forecast
Hillsboro, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Hillsboro, Kansas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.3°F (5.7°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C) to a wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C). Hillsboro's nights in December cool down to an average low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Hillsboro is 69%.

Rainfall

In Hillsboro, during December, the rain falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Hillsboro, there are 117.5 rainfall days, and 22.64" (575mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Hillsboro, in December, during 3.3 snowfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 17 snowfall days, and 7.05" (179mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Hillsboro is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Hillsboro, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hillsboro in December?

In Hillsboro, in December, the average high-temperature is 42.3°F (5.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hillsboro?

The average relative humidity in December is 69%.

How much does it rain in Hillsboro in December?

In Hillsboro, in December, it is raining for 3.9 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Hillsboro?

In Hillsboro, in December, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hillsboro?

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

How many hours of daylight does Hillsboro have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Hillsboro?

On the first day of December in Hillsboro, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Hillsboro?

January and December, with an average of 6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Hillsboro.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hillsboro?

The average sunshine duration in December in Hillsboro is 6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hillsboro?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Hillsboro?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Hillsboro, Kansas, is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Hillsboro, KS

Average temperature in December - Hillsboro, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hillsboro, KS

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

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Average wind speed in December
Hillsboro, KS

Average wind speed in December - Hillsboro, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hillsboro, KS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hillsboro, KS

Average rainfall in December - Hillsboro, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hillsboro, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Hillsboro, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hillsboro, KS

Average snowfall in December - Hillsboro, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hillsboro, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Hillsboro, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 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
Hillsboro, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hillsboro, 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

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hillsboro, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Hillsboro, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hillsboro, KS

Average UV index in December - Hillsboro, 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
Hillsboro, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Hillsboro, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in December
Hillsboro, KS

Average visibility in December - Hillsboro, 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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