December weather forecast
El Dorado, KS

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Weather in December

El Dorado, Kansas, in December is synonymous with chilly weather marking the heaviness of winter. With lows reaching a freezing avg of 29.1°F (-1.6°C), December rivals January as one of the coldest months of the year. Moreover, snow makes a comeback with a modest 0.83" (21mm) adding to the festive spirit. Alongside plummeting temperatures, daylight hours reach their annual minimum, whilst the wind speeds remain constant, wrapping up the weather for the year.

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature in El Dorado during December reduces from November's mild 55.4°F (13°C) to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). El Dorado encounters a steady low-temperature average of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 68%.

Rainfall

In El Dorado, in December, it is raining for 4.4 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in El Dorado, there are 125.5 rainfall days, and 25.79" (655mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in El Dorado are January through April, October through December. In El Dorado, during December, snow falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow. In El Dorado, during the entire year, snow falls for 15 days and aggregates up to 6.1" (155mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in El Dorado, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in El Dorado?

The high-temperature during December is 43.7°F (6.5°C) and the low-temperature is 29.1°F (-1.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December in El Dorado?

In December, the average relative humidity in El Dorado is 68%.

How much does it rain in El Dorado in December?

In El Dorado, Kansas, in December, during 4.4 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in El Dorado?

In El Dorado, Kansas, in December, during 2.9 snowfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in El Dorado?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in El Dorado, Kansas.

How many hours of daylight does El Dorado have in December?

In December, the average day length in El Dorado, Kansas, is 9h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in El Dorado?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in El Dorado, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does El Dorado have in December?

In El Dorado, the average sunshine duration in December is 6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in El Dorado?

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

How high is the UV index in December in El Dorado?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
El Dorado, KS

Average temperature in December - El Dorado, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°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 (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
El Dorado, KS

Average pressure in December - El Dorado, 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 (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
El Dorado, KS

Average wind speed in December - El Dorado, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
El Dorado, KS

Average humidity in December - El Dorado, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

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Average rainfall in December
El Dorado, KS

Average rainfall in December - El Dorado, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

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Average rainfall days in December
El Dorado, KS

Average rainfall days in December - El Dorado, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
El Dorado, KS

Average snowfall in December - El Dorado, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
El Dorado, KS

Average snowfall days in December - El Dorado, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 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
El Dorado, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - El Dorado, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
El Dorado, KS

Average sunshine days in December - El Dorado, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
El Dorado, KS

Average UV index in December - El Dorado, KS
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
El Dorado, KS

Average cloud cover in December - El Dorado, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in December
El Dorado, KS

Average visibility in December - El Dorado, 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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