December weather forecastArkansas City, KS
December
Weather in December
December stands as the harbinger of the long, cold winter with an average high temperature plunging to 46°F (7.8°C). The snowfall increases to 0.24" (6mm), hinting at the return of winter. Even though the rainfall drops to the minimum annual level of 0.31" (8mm), the city does not shy away from precipitation. The decrease in UV index signals fewer hours of sunlight, and shorter daylight hours contribute to the wintery vibe. Despite the chilling weather, holiday cheer manages to warm the city of Arkansas.Temperature
Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a refreshing 56.8°F (13.8°C) in November to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C). An average temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) marks the nights in Arkansas City in December.Humidity
In Arkansas City, the average relative humidity in December is 68%.Rainfall
December is the month with the least rainfall in Arkansas City. Rain falls for 3.4 days and accumulates 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Arkansas City. In December, in Arkansas City, Kansas, it is snowing for 1.2 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 7 snowfall days, and 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of December, in Arkansas City, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Arkansas City, the average sunshine in December is 6.1h.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Arkansas City. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Arkansas City, KS
- Average high temperature in December: 46°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Arkansas City, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Arkansas City, KS
- Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Arkansas City, KS
- Average humidity in December: 68%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and October (65%).
Average rainfall in December
Arkansas City, KS
- Average rainfall in December: 0.31"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.31").
Average rainfall days in December
Arkansas City, KS
- Average rainfall days in December: 3.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Arkansas City, KS
- Average snowfall in December: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Arkansas City, KS
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 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
Arkansas City, 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 6min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Arkansas City, KS
- Average sunshine days in December: 25.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Arkansas City, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Arkansas City, KS
- Average cloud cover in December: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).
Average visibility in December
Arkansas City, 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).
