December weather forecast
Metcalf, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Metcalf, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

December brings a minor decrease, with the average high-temperature reducing from a mild 56.7°F (13.7°C) in November to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). Metcalf's average low-temperature is measured at a subzero cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Metcalf is 68%.

Rainfall

In Metcalf, in December, during 4.9 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Metcalf, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.5 days and collects up to 24.69" (627mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Metcalf. In Metcalf, in December, during 2.3 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Metcalf, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.2 days and aggregates up to 5.79" (147mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:24 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Metcalf are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Metcalf?

In December, in Metcalf, the average high-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.3°F (-1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Metcalf?

The average relative humidity in December is 68%.

How much does it rain in Metcalf in December?

In Metcalf, in December, during 4.9 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Metcalf?

In Metcalf, in December, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Metcalf?

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

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Metcalf?

On the first day of December in Metcalf, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:24 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Metcalf?

The average sunshine duration in December in Metcalf is 6.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Metcalf?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Metcalf?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Metcalf, KS

Average temperature in December - Metcalf, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Metcalf, KS

Average pressure in December - Metcalf, 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
Metcalf, KS

Average wind speed in December - Metcalf, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Metcalf, KS

Average humidity in December - Metcalf, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (57%).

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Average rainfall in December
Metcalf, KS

Average rainfall in December - Metcalf, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.61").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in December
Metcalf, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Metcalf, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Metcalf, KS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Metcalf, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Metcalf, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 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
Metcalf, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Metcalf, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Metcalf, KS

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

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Metcalf, KS

Average UV index in December - Metcalf, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Metcalf, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Metcalf, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 20).

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Average visibility in December
Metcalf, KS

Average visibility in December - Metcalf, 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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