December weather forecastMetcalf, KS
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Metcalf, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C).Temperature
The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a mild 56.7°F (13.7°C) to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). Throughout the month of December, Metcalf sees a steady low-temperature average of 29.3°F (-1.5°C).Humidity
In Metcalf, the average relative humidity in December is 68%.Rainfall
In Metcalf, during December, the rain falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 122.5 rainfall days, and 24.69" (627mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Metcalf are January through April, November and December. In Metcalf, during December, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Metcalf, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.2 days and aggregates up to 5.79" (147mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, 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 Metcalf, Kansas, the average sunshine in December 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Metcalf, KS
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 42min
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 18min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
