December weather forecast
Fort Dodge, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fort Dodge, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.4°F (6.9°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

December is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 44.4°F (6.9°C) to a low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 62%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fort Dodge, Kansas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 95.4 days and collects up to 15.59" (396mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Fort Dodge, Kansas. In Fort Dodge, in December, during 2.8 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 14.4 snowfall days, and 8.39" (213mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Fort Dodge is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of December, in Fort Dodge, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Fort Dodge, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Fort Dodge?

With its average high temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and a low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C), December is regarded as the coldest month in Fort Dodge, Kansas.

Is December cold in Fort Dodge?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Fort Dodge are 44.4°F (6.9°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Fort Dodge?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 62%.

What is the average humidity in December in Fort Dodge?

In Fort Dodge, Kansas, the average relative humidity in December is 62%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fort Dodge?

In Fort Dodge, in December, it is raining for 2.5 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Fort Dodge?

In December, in Fort Dodge, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fort Dodge?

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

How many hours of daylight does Fort Dodge have in December?

In Fort Dodge, Kansas, the average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Fort Dodge?

On the first day of December in Fort Dodge, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:31 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Fort Dodge?

The month with the least sunshine in Fort Dodge, Kansas, is December, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Fort Dodge?

In Fort Dodge, Kansas, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Fort Dodge?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Fort Dodge?

In Fort Dodge, Kansas, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Fort Dodge, KS

Average temperature in December - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (44.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Fort Dodge, KS

Average pressure in December - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Fort Dodge, KS

Average wind speed in December - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Fort Dodge, KS

Average humidity in December - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (52%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fort Dodge, KS

Average rainfall in December - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in December
Fort Dodge, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Fort Dodge, KS

Average snowfall in December - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Fort Dodge, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fort Dodge, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fort Dodge, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Fort Dodge, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Fort Dodge, KS

Average UV index in December - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Fort Dodge, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Fort Dodge, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in December
Fort Dodge, KS

Average visibility in December - Fort Dodge, 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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