December weather forecastChanute, KS
December
Weather in December
December in Chanute, Kansas ushers in the full force of winter. The drop from November's 55°F (12.8°C) to December's 44.4°F (6.9°C) makes it the coldest month of the year. Snowfall increases to 0.51" (13mm), making it a typical winter month. Coupled with shorter daylight hours and a UV index dropping to 2, residents can anticipate the hallmarks of winter upon them. Despite the chilly weather conditions, the holiday spirit keeps the city lively and vibrant.Temperature
A change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a cool 55°F (12.8°C) to a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C). Chanute records a steady low-temperature average of 30°F (-1.1°C) during December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 71%.Rainfall
In Chanute, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Chanute, there are 111.7 rainfall days, and 19.21" (488mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, May, November and December. In Chanute, Kansas, in December, snow falls for 2 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Chanute, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.7 days and aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Chanute, Kansas, is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Chanute is 5.8h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Chanute, KS
- Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 30°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Chanute, 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 (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Chanute, KS
- Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Chanute, KS
- Average humidity in December: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in December
Chanute, KS
- Average rainfall in December: 0.67"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.47").
Average rainfall days in December
Chanute, KS
- Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Chanute, KS
- Average snowfall in December: 0.51"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Chanute, KS
- Average snowfall days in December: 2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Chanute, KS
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min
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 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Chanute, KS
- Average sunshine days in December: 23.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and May (15.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Chanute, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Chanute, KS
- Average cloud cover in December: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in December
Chanute, 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).
