December weather forecast
Dover, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Dover, Kansas, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and an average high of 41°F (5°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a cold 41°F (5°C). Dover, in December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Dover is 72%.

Rainfall

In Dover, in December, it is raining for 4.8 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dover, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.9 days and collects up to 22.95" (583mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Dover, during December, snow falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow. In Dover, Kansas, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.3 days and aggregates up to 7.36" (187mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Dover is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Dover is 5.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Dover. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health 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:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Dover?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Dover, is 41°F (5°C) and the average low-temperature is 27.1°F (-2.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dover?

The average relative humidity in December is 72%.

How much does it rain in Dover in December?

In Dover, Kansas, in December, during 4.8 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Dover in December?

In Dover, Kansas, during December, snow falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dover?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Dover.

How many hours of daylight does Dover have in December?

In Dover, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Dover?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dover, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dover have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Dover is 5.6h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Dover?

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

Average temperature in December - Dover, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Dover, KS

Average pressure in December - Dover, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Dover, KS

Average wind speed in December - Dover, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Dover, KS

Average humidity in December - Dover, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (67%).

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Average rainfall in December
Dover, KS

Average rainfall in December - Dover, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Dover, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Dover, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Dover, KS

Average snowfall in December - Dover, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Dover, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Dover, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dover, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dover, KS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Dover, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Dover, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Dover, KS

Average UV index in December - Dover, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Dover, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Dover, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in December
Dover, KS

Average visibility in December - Dover, 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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