December weather forecast
Silver Lake, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Silver Lake, Kansas, with an average temperature varying between 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and 41°F (5°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in the average high-temperature is seen during December, decreasing from a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a cold 41°F (5°C). Silver Lake's December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Silver Lake is 72%.

Rainfall

In Silver Lake, in December, during 4.8 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Silver Lake, Kansas, there are 121.9 rainfall days, and 22.95" (583mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Silver Lake. In Silver Lake, Kansas, in December, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Silver Lake, Kansas, there are 17.3 snowfall days, and 7.36" (187mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Silver Lake, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Silver Lake, Kansas, is 5.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Silver Lake, Kansas. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Silver Lake?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Silver Lake, is 41°F (5°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.1°F (-2.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Silver Lake?

In December, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How much does it rain in Silver Lake in December?

In Silver Lake, Kansas, in December, it is raining for 4.8 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Silver Lake in December?

In Silver Lake, in December, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Silver Lake?

December has the shortest days of the year in Silver Lake, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Silver Lake?

In December, the average day length in Silver Lake, Kansas, is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Silver Lake?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Silver Lake have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Silver Lake is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Silver Lake?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Silver Lake?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Silver Lake, KS

Average temperature in December - Silver Lake, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Silver Lake, KS

Average pressure in December - Silver Lake, 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 (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Silver Lake, KS

Average wind speed in December - Silver Lake, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Silver Lake, KS

Average humidity in December - Silver Lake, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (67%).

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Average rainfall in December
Silver Lake, KS

Average rainfall in December - Silver Lake, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Silver Lake, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Silver Lake, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Silver Lake, KS

Average snowfall in December - Silver Lake, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Silver Lake, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Silver Lake, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5 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
Silver Lake, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Silver Lake, KS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Silver Lake, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Silver Lake, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Silver Lake, KS

Average UV index in December - Silver Lake, 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
Silver Lake, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Silver Lake, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in December
Silver Lake, KS

Average visibility in December - Silver Lake, 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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