December weather forecast
Baxter Springs, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Baxter Springs, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 46.4°F (8°C) and an average low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

Baxter Springs's weather in December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from November's refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C) to a frosty 46.4°F (8°C). Throughout December nights, Baxter Springs registers an average low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

In Baxter Springs, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.

Rainfall

In Baxter Springs, in December, during 7 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Baxter Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.2 days and collects up to 30" (762mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May, November and December. In December, in Baxter Springs, it is snowing for 1.6 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated. In Baxter Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.5 days and aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Baxter Springs is 5.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Baxter Springs?

The high-temperature, in December, in Baxter Springs, is 46.4°F (8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 31.5°F (-0.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Baxter Springs?

In December, the average relative humidity in Baxter Springs is 73%.

How many days does it rain in December in Baxter Springs?

In Baxter Springs, in December, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Baxter Springs?

In Baxter Springs, in December, snow falls for 1.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Baxter Springs?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Baxter Springs.

How many hours of daylight does Baxter Springs have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Baxter Springs?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Baxter Springs, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Baxter Springs have in December?

In Baxter Springs, Kansas, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Baxter Springs?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Baxter Springs?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Baxter Springs, KS

Average temperature in December - Baxter Springs, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Baxter Springs, KS

Average pressure in December - Baxter Springs, KS
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Baxter Springs, KS

Average wind speed in December - Baxter Springs, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Baxter Springs, KS

Average humidity in December - Baxter Springs, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Baxter Springs, KS

Average rainfall in December - Baxter Springs, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.04").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.42").

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Average rainfall days in December
Baxter Springs, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Baxter Springs, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Baxter Springs, KS

Average snowfall in December - Baxter Springs, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Baxter Springs, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Baxter Springs, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Baxter Springs, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Baxter Springs, KS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Baxter Springs, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Baxter Springs, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Baxter Springs, KS

Average UV index in December - Baxter Springs, KS
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Baxter Springs, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Baxter Springs, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in December
Baxter Springs, KS

Average visibility in December - Baxter Springs, 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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