December weather forecast
Liberal, KS

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Weather in December

December concludes the year with the full fury of the winter season in Liberal, Kansas. The temperatures drop to their yearly lows, with the cold weather becoming apparent with each passing day. This month ties with February for the highest monthly snowfall, registering at 0.91" (23mm). Despite the cold, the city looks enchanting under the brilliance of the Christmas lights, reflecting beautifully against the snowfall. Consequentially, the end of the year marks the perfect mixture of wintry weather and holiday festivities, creating an atmosphere of warmth and jubilation.

Temperature

The coldest month is December, with an average high-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 58%, December is the most humid month in Liberal, Kansas.

Rainfall

In Liberal, Kansas, in December, during 2 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Liberal, Kansas, there are 76.5 rainfall days, and 9.72" (247mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Liberal. In Liberal, in December, during 2.1 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Liberal, during the entire year, snow falls for 12 days and aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Liberal, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:37 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Liberal, Kansas, with an average of 6.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Liberal are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Liberal?

Liberal, Kansas, records the coldest temperatures in December, averaging a high of 46.6°F (8.1°C) and a low of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

What are the temperatures in Liberal in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Liberal, is 46.6°F (8.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 28.2°F (-2.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Liberal?

With an average relative humidity of 58%, December is the most humid month in Liberal.

What is the average humidity in December in Liberal?

In December, the average relative humidity in Liberal, Kansas, is 58%.

How much does it rain in Liberal in December?

In Liberal, Kansas, during December, the rain falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Liberal in December?

In December, in Liberal, it is snowing for 2.1 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Liberal?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Liberal.

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

In Liberal, the average day length in December is 9h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Liberal?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:37 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Liberal?

With an average of 6.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Liberal, Kansas.

How long on average sun shines in December in Liberal?

The average sunshine duration in December in Liberal, Kansas, is 6.7h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Liberal?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Liberal is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Liberal, KS

Average temperature in December - Liberal, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (46.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (28.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Liberal, KS

Average pressure in December - Liberal, KS
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.82"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Liberal, KS

Average wind speed in December - Liberal, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Liberal, KS

Average humidity in December - Liberal, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (58%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (46%).

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Average rainfall in December
Liberal, KS

Average rainfall in December - Liberal, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.31"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (1.34").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
Liberal, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Liberal, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Liberal, KS

Average snowfall in December - Liberal, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Liberal, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Liberal, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 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
Liberal, KS

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Liberal, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Liberal, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 26.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (15.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Liberal, KS

Average UV index in December - Liberal, KS
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Liberal, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Liberal, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in December
Liberal, KS

Average visibility in December - Liberal, 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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