December weather forecast
Westwood, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Westwood, Kansas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.8°F (4.9°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to an icy 40.8°F (4.9°C). During December, the temperature in Westwood is averaged to a low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Westwood, in December, it is raining for 2.5 days, with typically 0.31" (8mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Westwood, Kansas, there are 62.3 rainfall days, and 4.76" (121mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May, October through December. In Westwood, during December, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Westwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.9 days and aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Westwood is 5.4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Westwood. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Westwood in December?

Westwood in December has an average high-temperature of 40.8°F (4.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Westwood?

The average relative humidity in December is 73%.

How many days does it rain in December in Westwood?

In December, in Westwood, Kansas, the rain falls for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Westwood?

In December, in Westwood, it is snowing for 1.9 days. Throughout December, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Westwood?

The month with the shortest days in Westwood is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Westwood have in December?

In December, the average day length in Westwood is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Westwood?

On the first day of December in Westwood, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Westwood?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Westwood is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Westwood?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Westwood?

In Westwood, Kansas, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Westwood, KS

Average temperature in December - Westwood, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Westwood, KS

Average pressure in December - Westwood, KS
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Westwood, KS

Average wind speed in December - Westwood, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Westwood, KS

Average humidity in December - Westwood, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Westwood, KS

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.71").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.16").

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Average rainfall days in December
Westwood, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Westwood, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (8.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Westwood, KS

Average snowfall in December - Westwood, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Westwood, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Westwood, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.8 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
Westwood, KS

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Westwood, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Westwood, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 26.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (19.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Westwood, KS

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
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
Westwood, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Westwood, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in December
Westwood, KS

Average visibility in December - Westwood, 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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