December weather forecast
Emporia, KS

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Weather in December

The onset of winter in Emporia is marked by December, experiencing the coldest average temperatures with a high of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and a low of 28.2°F (-2.1°C). The winter chill is quite pronounced and residents can expect regular snowfall. The significantly reduced daylight hours elicit a serene atmosphere throughout the city. Despite the cold, the city glows with holiday spirit, bringing warmth amid the icy weather. As the cold intensifies and snowfall increases, the city prepares for another round of blissful winter months.

Temperature

The onset of December in Emporia, Kansas, comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C). During the nights in December, Emporia observes an average low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

In Emporia, the average relative humidity in December is 70%.

Rainfall

In Emporia, Kansas, in December, it is raining for 5.1 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Emporia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.6 days and collects up to 28.03" (712mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Emporia, during December, snow falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow. In Emporia, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.8 days and aggregates up to 7.6" (193mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Emporia, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Emporia, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Emporia, the average sunshine in December is 5.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Emporia are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Emporia in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Emporia, records 42.4°F (5.8°C), while the low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Emporia?

In Emporia, the average relative humidity in December is 70%.

How many days does it rain in December in Emporia?

In Emporia, Kansas, in December, during 5.1 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Emporia?

In Emporia, in December, during 3.7 snowfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Emporia?

The month with the shortest days in Emporia is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Emporia?

In Emporia, Kansas, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Emporia?

On the first day of December in Emporia, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Emporia have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Emporia, Kansas, is 5.9h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Emporia?

In Emporia, Kansas, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Emporia, KS

Average temperature in December - Emporia, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Emporia, KS

Average pressure in December - Emporia, 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
Emporia, KS

Average wind speed in December - Emporia, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Emporia, KS

Average humidity in December - Emporia, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

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Average rainfall in December
Emporia, KS

Average rainfall in December - Emporia, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.59").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

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Average rainfall days in December
Emporia, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Emporia, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Emporia, KS

Average snowfall in December - Emporia, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Emporia, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Emporia, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.1 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
Emporia, KS

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 5min

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 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Emporia, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Emporia, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Emporia, KS

Average UV index in December - Emporia, 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
Emporia, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Emporia, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in December
Emporia, KS

Average visibility in December - Emporia, 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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