Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The onset of December introduces a moderate change in Atchison's weather, with average high-temperatures falling from November's fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) to an icy 39.4°F (4.1°C). In the month of December, Atchison experiences an average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Atchison is 74%.Rainfall
In Atchison, Kansas, in December, during 5.2 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Atchison, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.3 days and collects up to 23.94" (608mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Atchison. In Atchison, in December, during 3.9 snowfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Atchison, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.9 days and aggregates up to 7.87" (200mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Atchison, Kansas.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Atchison is 5.5h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
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How many days does it rain in December in Atchison?
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What is the month with the lowest UV index in Atchison?
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Average temperature in December
Atchison, KS
- Average high temperature in December: 39.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Atchison, 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 (29.88"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Atchison, KS
- Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Atchison, KS
- Average humidity in December: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (69%).
Average rainfall in December
Atchison, KS
- Average rainfall in December: 0.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").
Average rainfall days in December
Atchison, KS
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Atchison, KS
- Average snowfall in December: 1.1"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Atchison, KS
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Atchison, KS
- 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: 5h and 3min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Atchison, KS
- Average sunshine days in December: 22.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Atchison, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Atchison, KS
- Average cloud cover in December: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in December
Atchison, 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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