Kettering, United States — Weather in December 2026

Monthly climate averages for Kettering, United States. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.

Cfa Humid Subtropical
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Poor

December is a poor month in Kettering

Climate Overview

Kettering, United States in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 5.9°C (43°F). Rain falls on about 10 days this month.

This month falls at the beginning of Winter. Cold conditions dominate the month.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout December, with daily highs around 7°C (45°F).

Rainfall is heaviest during the last third of the month, while the first third tends to be drier.

Expect around 5.3h of sunshine at the start of December, decreasing to 3.7h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 27th, averaging 7.9°C (46°F).

Compared to November, this month is about 5°C cooler with 2 more rainy days. Temperatures begin dropping heading into January.

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Monthly December Averages

Temperature
6°C / -1°C
Feels Like
2°C / -6°C
Rain
10 days · 85 mm
Sunshine
4.8h / day
Humidity
73% — Humid
Wind
19 km/h
Wind Direction
SW (233°)
Gusts
40 km/h
Daylight
9.4 h
Cloud Cover
71%
Clear Sky Days
2.5
UV Index
2.1 — Moderate
Dew Point
-2°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Crescent · 31%
Snow Days
5 days · 6 cm
Frost Days
19 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

12°C 9°C 6°C 3°C 0°C -3°C -6°C 151015202531
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Daily Precipitation

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Rainfall

Daily Sunshine

0h 2h 4h 6h 8h 151015202531
Sunshine

Daily Wind Speed

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Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 07:52
Daylight 9.4h
Sunset 17:15

What to Expect

Cold daytime highs of 6°C (43°F) mean shorter outdoor excursions with warming breaks.

Rain usually comes in shorter passing showers rather than all-day rain.

2 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
3°C / -4°C
Feels Like
-1°C / -9°C
Rain
10days (82 mm) Wet
Sun
5h Fair
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
2.3 Moderate
Snow Days
8days
View Details
February
Poor
Temp
7°C / -2°C
Feels Like
3°C / -7°C
Rain
11days (95 mm) Wet
Sun
6.3h Fair
Humidity
70% Muggy
UV
3.5 Moderate
Snow Days
7days
View Details
March
Poor
Temp
12°C / 2°C
Feels Like
9°C / -2°C
Rain
13days (112 mm) Wet
Sun
7.5h Good
Humidity
66% Muggy
UV
4.8 Moderate
Snow Days
3days
View Details
April
Fair
Temp
17°C / 7°C
Feels Like
15°C / 3°C
Rain
13days (109 mm) Wet
Sun
8.8h Good
Humidity
67% Muggy
UV
5.9 High
Snow Days
1days
View Details
May best
Good
Temp
22°C / 13°C
Feels Like
22°C / 11°C
Rain
15days (117 mm) Wet
Sun
9.7h Good
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
6.5 High
View Details
June best
Excellent
Temp
27°C / 17°C
Feels Like
29°C / 18°C
Rain
13days (113 mm) Wet
Sun
11.5h Excellent
Humidity
69% Muggy
UV
6.9 High
View Details
July best
Good
Temp
29°C / 20°C
Feels Like
32°C / 22°C
Rain
12days (103 mm) Wet
Sun
11.7h Excellent
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
7.2 Very High
View Details
August best
Excellent
Temp
28°C / 19°C
Feels Like
30°C / 20°C
Rain
11days (78 mm) Wet
Sun
11.1h Excellent
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
6.7 High
View Details
September best
Excellent
Temp
26°C / 16°C
Feels Like
26°C / 16°C
Rain
8days (73 mm) Wet
Sun
9.6h Good
Humidity
68% Muggy
UV
5.6 High
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October
Good
Temp
19°C / 10°C
Feels Like
17°C / 8°C
Rain
9days (74 mm) Wet
Sun
7.9h Good
Humidity
68% Muggy
UV
4.1 Moderate
View Details
November
Poor
Temp
11°C / 3°C
Feels Like
8°C / -1°C
Rain
8days (78 mm) Wet
Sun
6.2h Fair
Humidity
70% Muggy
UV
2.7 Moderate
Snow Days
2days
View Details
December
Poor
Temp
6°C / -1°C
Feels Like
2°C / -6°C
Rain
10days (85 mm) Wet
Sun
4.8h Fair
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
2.1 Moderate
Snow Days
5days
View Details
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status
January 3°C / -4°C -1°C / -9°C 10days (82 mm) Wet 5h Fair 72% Muggy 2.3 Moderate Poor View Details
February 7°C / -2°C 3°C / -7°C 11days (95 mm) Wet 6.3h Fair 70% Muggy 3.5 Moderate Poor View Details
March 12°C / 2°C 9°C / -2°C 13days (112 mm) Wet 7.5h Good 66% Muggy 4.8 Moderate Poor View Details
April 17°C / 7°C 15°C / 3°C 13days (109 mm) Wet 8.8h Good 67% Muggy 5.9 High Fair View Details
May best 22°C / 13°C 22°C / 11°C 15days (117 mm) Wet 9.7h Good 72% Muggy 6.5 High Good View Details
June best 27°C / 17°C 29°C / 18°C 13days (113 mm) Wet 11.5h Excellent 69% Muggy 6.9 High Excellent View Details
July best 29°C / 20°C 32°C / 22°C 12days (103 mm) Wet 11.7h Excellent 72% Muggy 7.2 Very High Good View Details
August best 28°C / 19°C 30°C / 20°C 11days (78 mm) Wet 11.1h Excellent 72% Muggy 6.7 High Excellent View Details
September best 26°C / 16°C 26°C / 16°C 8days (73 mm) Wet 9.6h Good 68% Muggy 5.6 High Excellent View Details
October 19°C / 10°C 17°C / 8°C 9days (74 mm) Wet 7.9h Good 68% Muggy 4.1 Moderate Good View Details
November 11°C / 3°C 8°C / -1°C 8days (78 mm) Wet 6.2h Fair 70% Muggy 2.7 Moderate Poor View Details
December 6°C / -1°C 2°C / -6°C 10days (85 mm) Wet 4.8h Fair 73% Muggy 2.1 Moderate Poor View Details

What to Wear

Full winter gear is a must — insulated coat, thermal base layers, warm hat, gloves, and waterproof boots.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

Warm coatThermal base layersScarf & glovesUmbrellaWaterproof jacketComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

December is typically poor for visiting Kettering, with average highs of 6°C (43°F) and around 10 rainy days. Kettering, United States in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 5.9°C (43°F). Rain falls on about
Kettering typically sees around 10 rainy days in December with 85 mm (3.3 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Yes, nights in Kettering during December are cold, averaging -1°C (29°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of 6°C (43°F) and lows of -1°C (29°F) in December, we recommend: Warm coat, Thermal base layers, Scarf & gloves, Umbrella, Waterproof jacket. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
December is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Kettering. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Kettering during December is 2 (low). No special sun protection is needed.
Kettering gets approximately 9 hours of daylight per day in December, with around 5 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Kettering typically sees around 5 snow days in December with roughly 6 cm (2 in) of snowfall.

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