December weather forecast
Kansas, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Kansas, Illinois, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39°F (3.9°C) and an average low of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

December brings a drop in Kansas's average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C) in November to a wintry 39°F (3.9°C). In Kansas, December's nights observe an average temperature dip to a subzero cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Kansas, during December, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. In Kansas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.4 days and collects up to 19.49" (495mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Kansas, Illinois, are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 4.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Kansas, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of December, in Kansas, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Kansas are January, February, 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 the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Kansas during December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Kansas, is 39°F (3.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Kansas?

In Kansas, Illinois, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Kansas?

In Kansas, Illinois, in December, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Kansas?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 4.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Kansas in December?

In December, in Kansas, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kansas?

December has the shortest days of the year in Kansas, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Kansas have in December?

The average day length in December in Kansas is 9h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Kansas?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Kansas?

The average sunshine duration in December in Kansas is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Kansas?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Kansas?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Kansas is 2. A UV Index 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
Kansas, IL

Average temperature in December - Kansas, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Kansas, IL

Average pressure in December - Kansas, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Kansas, IL

Average wind speed in December - Kansas, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Kansas, IL

Average humidity in December - Kansas, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Kansas, IL

Average rainfall in December - Kansas, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in December
Kansas, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Kansas, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Kansas, IL

Average snowfall in December - Kansas, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Kansas, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Kansas, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 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
Kansas, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kansas, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Kansas, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Kansas, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Kansas, IL

Average UV index in December - Kansas, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Kansas, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Kansas, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Kansas, IL

Average visibility in December - Kansas, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).

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