December weather forecast
Hope, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Hope, Kansas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.4°F (5.2°C) and 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C) in November to a wintry 41.4°F (5.2°C). Hope's average low-temperature for the month of December records at a freezing cold 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Hope, in December, during 4.4 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hope, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.9 days and collects up to 23.39" (594mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Hope, Kansas, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Hope, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.2 days and aggregates up to 8.35" (212mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, in Hope, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Hope, Kansas, is December, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Hope?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Hope, is 41.4°F (5.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 27.1°F (-2.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hope?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Hope?

In Hope, Kansas, in December, it is raining for 4.4 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Hope?

In Hope, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hope?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hope.

What is the average length of the day in December in Hope?

In Hope, Kansas, the average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hope?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hope, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Hope?

With an average of 5.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Hope.

How many hours of sunshine does Hope have in December?

In Hope, Kansas, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.8h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Hope?

In Hope, Kansas, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hope, KS

Average temperature in December - Hope, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°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 (23.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hope, KS

Average pressure in December - Hope, 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
Hope, KS

Average wind speed in December - Hope, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hope, KS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hope, KS

Average rainfall in December - Hope, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hope, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Hope, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hope, KS

Average snowfall in December - Hope, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hope, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Hope, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hope, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hope, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hope, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Hope, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hope, KS

Average UV index in December - Hope, 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
Hope, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Hope, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in December
Hope, KS

Average visibility in December - Hope, 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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